Château Smith Haut Lafitte – Pessac-Léognan – Red – 2022 – 6000 ml:

 

Château Smith Haut-Lafitte: A Grand Cru of Graves

Representing the pinnacle of Bordeaux excellence, Château Smith Haut-Lafitte is a Classified Growth of Graves and a testament to the Cathiard family’s commitment to ‘Bio-Precision.’ The estate’s Guntzian gravel soils impart a distinctive smoky, flinty character, making this one of the most complex and age-worthy wines in the region.

Tasting Profile

• Appearance: Deep, inky red with a dark core.
• Aroma: A powerful yet elegant nose featuring a core of concentrated black fruit (cassis, plum), intertwined with classic Graves notes of wood smoke, graphite, and cedar.
• Taste: The palate is broad, dense, and perfectly structured. It delivers a rush of dark fruit flavour, supported by rich, polished tannins and a refreshing acidity that carries the wine to a remarkably long and refined finish. This wine is a pure expression of its magnificent terroir.

Food & Service

We recommend decanting and serving at 17°C. The wine’s robust structure makes it an ideal partner for rich, savoury dishes.

• Classic Match: Traditional Venison Pie or a slow-cooked Game Casserole.
• When to Drink: This is a wine that demands time; cellar for optimal maturity or enjoy today after a lengthy decant.

Pessac-Léognan 2022
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