Chateau Haute Combe Bordeaux Superior 2020

The barcode 4002567049788 is associated with a wine labeled "Château Haute Combe Bordeaux Supérieur 2020" based on available databases. Below are the details and considerations regarding this product:

Product Overview

• Type: Red Bordeaux wine (Bordeaux Supérieur classification, a higher-tier designation than standard Bordeaux).
• Vintage: 2020, a generally favorable year for Bordeaux due to balanced weather conditions, though some critics note it may be slightly less concentrated than 2018 or 2019.
• Region: Bordeaux, France (likely from the Bordeaux Supérieur appellation, which allows blending from multiple communes but requires higher minimum alcohol levels and stricter quality controls than standard Bordeaux).
• Grape Varieties: Typically a blend of Merlot (dominant), Cabernet Sauvignon, and sometimes Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Franc, or Malbec, depending on the producer’s style.
• Alcohol Content: Bordeaux Supérieur wines usually range between 12.5% and 14% ABV, though exact figures for this specific bottle are not publicly documented.

Price Range (Historical & Estimated)

• Retail Price (2020–2024): Typically falls in the mid-range for Bordeaux Supérieur, often priced between $15–$30 USD per bottle (or €14–€25/£12–£22) depending on the retailer, region, and market demand.
  • Wholesale/Online: Some platforms (e.g., Wine-Searcher, Vivino, or local wine merchants) list it around $18–$25 USD for a 750ml bottle.
  • En Primeur (if available): The 2020 vintage may have been sold en primeur (before bottling) in 2021–2022 at slightly lower prices (~$12–$18 USD), but this is speculative without confirmation.
  • Auction/Secondary Market: Prices could vary if resold, but Bordeaux Supérieur is not typically a high-end investment wine (unlike top Cru Classé bottles).