The red wine Les Hauts de Smith Rouge, vintage 2019 from the winery Château Smith Haut Lafitte has been rated in 2022 by Peter Moser with 92 Falstaff points. It is a wine made from the grape varieties Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon from the region Pessac-Léognan in France.
Dark ruby garnet, purple reflections, subtle edge brightening. Ripe black cherries, nuances of cranberries, mandarin zest, inviting savouriness. Juicy, round and accessible, lively acidic structure, black berry fruit of blackberries, an excellent food companion, can be enjoyed to the full even when young.
More about the tastingDark ruby, deep colour core, purple reflections, faint watery rim. Delicate tobacco underlaid with blackberry confit, a hint of cassis, discreet noble wood touch and a touch of orange zest. Juicy, complex palate, dark cherry fruit, vivid, integrated tannins, good freshness with some refined chocolate on the finish. Will benefit from further bottle ageing.
More about the tastingDark ruby, purple reflections, subtle bright rim. Ripe plum fruit underlaid with delicate herbal spices, subtle notes of blackberry confit and nougat, a bouquet characterized by ripe Merlot. Medium complexity, powerful, sweet plum fruit, vivid spicy tannins, chocolaty finish, and some nougat on the aftertaste. It will be accessible early.
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Château Smith Haut Lafitte
33650 Bordeaux-Martillac
Frankreich
+33 (557) 83 11 22
[email protected] www.smith-haut-lafitte.com
