Baron Henri
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2025
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted rack of lamb with rosemary, grilled beef tenderloin, and matured hard cheeses such as Gouda or Comté.
✨ Technical Specifications
Named in honor of Baron Henri de Rothschild—the multi-talented physician, playwright, and philanthropist who was the father of the legendary Baron Philippe—this cuvee is a tribute to family heritage. Crafted by the winemaking team of Baron Philippe de Rothschild, Baron Henri is a classic Bordeaux Rouge that represents the elegant, approachable side of the region. The blend is typically dominated by Merlot, which provides roundness and lush red fruit flavors, complemented by Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc for structure, spice, and herbal complexity. Sourced from selected vineyards across the Bordeaux appellation, the grapes undergo traditional vinification in temperature-controlled vats, followed by careful aging to preserve the vibrant fruit character while softening the tannins. It tells the story of a family's enduring passion for the terroirs of Bordeaux, offering a refined yet accessible entry into the region's classic style.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1933 by the pioneering Baron Philippe de Rothschild, Baron Philippe de Rothschild SA is an internationally revered wine company anchored in Pauillac, Bordeaux. Alongside governing Premier Grand Cru Classé flagship Château Mouton Rothschild, the house crafts benchmark négociant and estate wines extending across Bordeaux, the Languedoc, and Chile's Maipo and Casablanca Valleys. The viticultural approach pairs high-standard sustainable practices—notably Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification and eco-friendly plot selection—with meticulous varietal expression. Across maritime Médoc gravels, Mediterranean limestone clay, and Pacific-cooled Chilean alluvial deposits, winemakers craft crisp, aromatic, and structured white expressions. Notable bottlings include Bordeaux blends such as Sélection Agneau Blanc and Berger Baron Blanc, Languedoc single-varietals like Viognier and Sauvignon Blanc, alongside Chilean representations like Escudo Rojo Chardonnay Reserva and Las Huertas Chardonnay. Each cuvée reflects the firm's exacting balance of pure fruit vibrancy, textural precision, and classical restraint.
🍇 Grapes
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc