The red wine Château Smith Haut Lafitte, vintage 2018 from the winery Château Smith Haut Lafitte has been rated in 2021 by Peter Moser with 96 Falstaff points. It is a wine made from the grape varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot from the region Pessac-Léognan in France.
Dark ruby, deep colour core, purple reflections, delicate edge brightening. Attractive blackberry fruit, nuances of dark cherry and cassis, some liquorice, subtle nutty aromas of oak. Juicy, full-bodied, pronounced in fruit core, elegant, supporting, round tannins, fine berry fruit on the finish, subtle hints of nougat, mineral underpinnings, shows length, sure certain ageing potential. (2020-2060).
More about the tastingDark ruby, purple reflections, subtle brightening on the rim. On the nose, a subtle wood savouriness, dark fruits of the forest confit, delicate notes of blackberries and cherries, nougat and nuances of tobacco. Juicy and elegant with a chocolatey texture, integrated tannins and a sweet, persistent finish. Definite further ageing potential.
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Château Smith Haut Lafitte
33650 Bordeaux-Martillac
Frankreich
+33 (557) 83 11 22
[email protected] www.smith-haut-lafitte.com
