The Dillon family (already owners of 1st growth Château Haut-Brion) first fell under the charm of La Mission in the summer of 1985 – the 50^th anniversary of their ownership of Haut Brion. However, it was only in 1993 that they were able to acquire it from the Woltner family. Nearly twenty years later, the chateau has undergone a gradual refurbishment to enhance the home of this powerful, expressive wine.

Area under vine : 26,6 Ha + 2,55 Ha en blanc

Production : 80 000 bouteilles

Soil : Sols de graves sur sous-sol argilo-graveleux

Grape varieties : 43% Merlot, 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot

Ageing : 18 à 22 mois (80% barriques neuves)