La Mission Haut Brion 1992 [vsm, us]

Wine Advocate : 89/100

"The wine is characterized by a very flattering nose and a perfect balance. It is very typical of this growth. Very marked by a tannic concentration extremely satisfying for this year."
- Chateau La Mission Haut-Brion

"The wine exhibits a dark ruby color, an intense, black currant-, mineral-, and floral-scented nose, and supple, medium-bodied flavors that cascade over the palate. The wine is soft and opulent, with plenty of glycerin and lusty alcohol in the gorgeous finish. Drink over the next 10-12 years. Don't be surprised if this wine turns out to merit an even higher rating a few years."
- Wine Advocate, December 1994

"Soft, delicious, and fully mature, this is very fine wine and quite an accomplishment in a dreadful vintage. The wine shows dark plum/ruby color with some amber at the edge. The nose offers black fruits intermixed with a hint of herbs, mineral, and mushroom. The wine is round, richly fruity, with some sweet tannin in the finish. Drink it over the next 5-6 years."
- Wine Advocate, September 2002