Château Smith Haut Lafitte combines Cabernet-led structure with dense fruit and polished tannins in a red from Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux.
Key details
- Origin: Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux, France
- Blend: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot
- Aging: 16 months in 60% new French oak
- Sugar Level: Dry
- Body: Medium- to full-bodied
Flavor profile
Blackcurrant, blackberry and red fruit meet violet, herbs and graphite, with a rounded texture and a long, fresh finish.
Cellaring & drinking window
James Molesworth of Wine Spectator recommends a 2022–2038 drinking window in the review included with the original listing. Enjoy now or continue cellaring well-stored bottles for more developed notes. This is an estimate, not an expiry date. Store unopened in darkness at a stable temperature around 55°F (13°C), away from vibration; keep natural-cork bottles on their side.
Pairing & serving
Serve around 60–64°F with roast lamb, beef or mushrooms. Taste before decanting; give it air if the fruit seems closed.
After opening & when to enjoy
Recork and refrigerate after opening. Enjoy the same day for the fullest aroma, or assess the next day before serving; developed wines can fade quickly. Let the pour warm slightly before drinking.
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