This is umeshu for people who think they know umeshu—something playful
backed by hints of iron and forest spice
Under Roberto Conterno’s meticulous guidance
contemplative evening with people who understand that sometimes the most profound things come from tradition
The fine bubbles create a smooth texture
La Mission Haut Brion, Pessac-Leognan, 2021 so120823 girard bonnet champagne offer This is umeshu for peopleIn 2021, La Mission Haut Brion delivered a wine that speaks in a quieter, more architectural register. Where warmer vintages lean into richness, this one embraces restraintcooler weather brought lower yields, tighter structures, and the kind of linear clarity Bordeaux traditionalists will admire. Cabernet Sauvignon leads the blend, supported by Merlot and a small portion of Cabernet Franc, all sourced from deep gravel soils that give the wine its