Château Smith Haut-Lafitte Les Hauts de Smith Pessac-Leognan Blanc is a premium white wine produced by the renowned Château Smith Haut-Lafitte in the Pessac-Leognan appellation of Bordeaux, France. The vineyard features a unique terroir with gravelly soil and a cool microclimate, which allows for slow ripening of the grapes and optimal flavor development. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the best grapes, gentle pressing, and fermentation in oak barrels, resulting in a complex and elegant wine with notes of citrus, white flowers, and a hint of oak. This wine is a perfect example of the high-quality white wines that Bordeaux has to offer.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Château Smith Haut-Lafitte Les Hauts de Smith Pessac-Leognan Blanc is a delicious and unique white blend, with a vibrant nose of citrus, green apple, and white flowers.The palate is bright and fresh, with a perfect balance of ripe fruit and pleasant acidity. The finish is long and crisp, with hints of minerals and lemon zest. A delightful and sophisticated wine that is sure to please any connoisseur.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2037
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Sauvignon Blanc
ORIGINS
Winery: Château Smith Haut-Lafitte
Region: Bordeaux
Bordeaux is a renowned French wine region located in the southwest of the country, along the Atlantic coast. It is one of the world’s most famous and prestigious wine regions, renowned for its high-quality wines and centuries-old winemaking tradition.
The history of winemaking in Bordeaux dates back to the 8th century, when the region was first planted with vines. Over the centuries, the region has become renowned for its high-quality wines, and today it is one of the most important wine regions in the world.