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2018 Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte - Pessac
Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte
SKU 78805

2018 Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte - Pessac

$155.00 - $155.00
$155.00
$155.00 - $155.00
$155.00
Availability:
25 available

 2018 is one of the great modern vintages for Smith Haut Lafitte — owned and operated by the Cathiard family, who transformed this estate from a mediocre performer into one of Bordeaux's most exciting addresses. The 2018 rouge is mineral and stone-driven, with blackcurrant, black cherry, and plum framed by graphite, green tobacco, and spice — deep and long, with a backbone built for the cellar. Now through 2040.

97+ Points
"A blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot, aged in 60% new barriques, the very deep garnet-purple colored 2018 Smith Haut Lafitte bursts onto the scene with showy scents of crème de cassis, mocha, licorice and cedar chest, followed by suggestions of baked plums, smoked meats, tar and tobacco leaf. The medium to full-bodied palate brings sophistication to all that flamboyant fruit with a beautifully styled frame of finely grained tannins and bold freshness, finishing bright and fruity with loads of minerally sparks. This is a stunning, singular style that is sure to turn heads!"
—Lisa Perrotti-Brown-Wine Advocate
Appellation: Pessac-Leognan
Vintage: 2018
Variety: Red Blend
Region: Bordeaux
Country: France
Bottle Size: 750ml
Producer: Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte
Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte

 2018 is one of the great modern vintages for Smith Haut Lafitte — owned and operated by the Cathiard family, who transformed this estate from a mediocre performer into one of Bordeaux's most exciting addresses. The 2018 rouge is mineral and stone-driven, with blackcurrant, black cherry, and plum framed by graphite, green tobacco, and spice — deep and long, with a backbone built for the cellar. Now through 2040.

97+ Points
"A blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot, aged in 60% new barriques, the very deep garnet-purple colored 2018 Smith Haut Lafitte bursts onto the scene with showy scents of crème de cassis, mocha, licorice and cedar chest, followed by suggestions of baked plums, smoked meats, tar and tobacco leaf. The medium to full-bodied palate brings sophistication to all that flamboyant fruit with a beautifully styled frame of finely grained tannins and bold freshness, finishing bright and fruity with loads of minerally sparks. This is a stunning, singular style that is sure to turn heads!"
—Lisa Perrotti-Brown-Wine Advocate
Appellation: Pessac-Leognan
Vintage: 2018
Variety: Red Blend
Region: Bordeaux
Country: France
Bottle Size: 750ml
Producer: Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte