This is a good vintage for Larrivet, unfurling slowly in the glass, with layers of dark fruits and edges of floral peony, raspberry leaf, green pepper and touches of savoury cassis. The oak is apparent, but there is good acidity and it will balance out over ageing. An unsusual blend, with no Merlot at all, after frost and poor fruit set, 27hl/h yield overall. One to look out for, and will be interesting in future verticals of the estate. Tasted twice.
Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux, May 2022

The 2021 Larrivet Haut-Brion delivers rich aromas of dark fruits, cassis, coniferous forest floor, licorice and cigar wrapper, followed by a medium to full-bodied, ample and fleshy palate framed by lively acids and powdery tannins. This charming, demonstrative middleweight is a blend of 81% Cabernet Sauvignon and 19% Cabernet Franc this year.
William Kelley, April 2022

The 2021 Larrivet Haut-Brion stands out distinctly this year, foregoing the use of Merlot and instead comprising a blend of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon and 21% Cabernet Franc. Evoking aromas of flowers, iris, violet and a touch of green pepper, it’s tense and straight with an austere grip that segues into a carnal finish. I suspect the presence of Brettanomyces in this wine, characterized by meaty hints and a rather firm finish.

Good combination of freshness and ripeness on the nose. A wine that seems to shrug off the vicissitudes of the vintage offering relatively early pleasure. There is some drive here! And length. Perhaps its all-Cabernet ingredients have played a part in this? Classy texture – and sweeter than most. Sweet ink sensation. Great balance.
Drink 2027 – 2044
Jancisrobinson.com, May 2022