Les Hauts de Smith

2nd wine - Château Smith Haut Lafitte

Pessac-Léognan

2019

Blend

60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon

Wine designation

Les Hauts de Smith, Red, 2019
Category: Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux

Food pairing

Pair with beef tenderloin, duck breast, Bordeaux-style rib steak or Pauillac lamb.
Data sheet

Les Hauts de Smith

2nd wine - Château Smith Haut Lafitte

Pessac-Léognan

2019

Tasting notes

Les Hauts de Smith red 2019 has a deep purple-red color, the nose is very aromatic with vibrant fruity notes of redcurrant, plum, and blackberry supported by aromas of spice, cardamom, and Timut pepper in a chocolate box structure. The palate is full-bodied and structured, giving the impression of coating the palate with plum coated in a beautiful freshness and layers of exotic spices.

Vineyard

Vineyard size: 55 hectares
Soil composition: Quintessential Graves with river stones or Günz gravel.

Winemaking

Fermentation container: Whole berries in small wooden vats at 28°C.
Maceration technique: Very gentle extraction achieved by manual punching down.
Aging: Barrels
14 months – 20% new barrels.
Type of oak: French
Bottles produced: 80 000
Winemaker: Fabien Teitgen
Consulting œnologist: Michel Rolland

Heritage in the vineyard

Domaine

First established in 1365, then purchased by Scottish navigator and wine merchant, George Smith, who would re-name the Château after himself. Elevated to Grand Cru Exceptionnel status in 1842. In 1990, the estate was purchased by Daniel and Florence Cathiard, they have elevated Smith Haut-Lafitte among the leading great growth of Bordeaux.
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Green in the vineyard

Environmental practices

Becoming certified organic in 2019, having applied many biodynamic practices for many years. Growing herbs on-site including yarrow, horsetail and tansy to use for decoctions. A strong philosophy to combine traditional with innovative technics in the vineyard.