La Mission Haut-Brion 2005 is a full-bodied, Cabernet Sauvignon-based red wine from the Pessac-Léognan appellation of Bordeaux. Château La Mission Haut-Brion is one of the pre-eminent estates in Pessac-Léognan and is renowned for producing exceptionally concentrated and long-lived wines. Here available in double-magnum format, the 2005 La Mission Haut-Brion is composed of 69% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Cabernet Franc, and is widely considered an exceptional release. It is full-bodied, sumptuously textured and incredibly lengthy, offering thrilling drinking now or over the next few decades. If consuming soon, decanting well in advance of service is strongly advised.