Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Pessac Leognan Rouge

Discover the essence of craftsmanship with Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Pessac Léognan Rouge, the proud second wine of the renowned Château Smith Haut Lafitte. This gem, meticulously crafted in the shadow of its famous predecessor, symbolizes the estate's unparalleled dedication to quality and tradition. Crafted with... Read more
Vintage 2020
Size 0.75L
Aromas & flavours
Blackcurrants Liquorice Dark chocolate Vanilla Cedar Tobacco
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Flavour profile

Discover the essence of craftsmanship with Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Pessac Léognan Rouge, the proud second wine of the renowned Château Smith Haut Lafitte. This gem, meticulously crafted in the shadow of its famous predecessor, symbolizes the estate's unparalleled dedication to quality and tradition. Crafted with the same precision and passion, Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Pessac Léognan Rouge embodies the winery's rich history and innovative spirit.

Complexity
Complex & deep

Aromas & flavours

Grape & vineyard

Blackcurrants Liquorice Dark chocolate

Winemaking & ageing

Vanilla Cedar Tobacco

From vineyard to bottle

The origin, grapes and craftsmanship behind this wine.

Discover the essence of craftsmanship with Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Pessac Léognan Rouge, the proud second wine of the renowned Château Smith Haut Lafitte. This gem, meticulously crafted in the shadow of its famous predecessor, symbolizes the estate's unparalleled dedication to quality and tradition. Crafted with the same precision and passion, Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Pessac Léognan Rouge embodies the winery's rich history and innovative spirit.

Produced from a carefully crafted blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot, grown on the fertile soils of Pessac-Léognan, this wine undergoes a rigorous double sorting process. This ensures that only the finest grapes are used, after which they undergo a delicate fermentation without pressing. The wine then matures for 14 months in barrels, including 20% ​​new barrels produced in the cooperage, resulting in a wine of unparalleled depth and complexity.

Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Pessac Léognan Rouge shines with its deep ruby ​​red color and seduces the senses with refined aromas of blackcurrant, licorice, and dark chocolate. Its elegance and structured body, enriched with velvety tannins, make every sip an experience of pure finesse and a promise of excellent aging potential.

Château Smith Haut Lafitte, an icon of Pessac-Léognan, has always distinguished itself with its excellent red, white, and rosé wines. Under the leadership of the Cathiard family, this estate, with its rich history dating back to the 14th century, has undergone a true transformation. Through sustainable agriculture, hand-harvesting, and technological innovations, Château Smith Haut Lafitte has reaffirmed its position as a bastion of excellence in Bordeaux.

Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Pessac Léognan Rouge is more than a wine; it's a legacy, a testament to an estate where every bottle tells a story of dedication, passion, and the constant quest for perfection. Taste this legacy and be captivated by the depth and elegance of Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Pessac Léognan Rouge.

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The winerySmith Haut Lafitte Bordeaux · France
Vintage 2020
2020 was an excellent to outstanding vintage for Bordeaux, rated 95-97 points by Robert Parker. Conditions were very favorable, resulting in wines with great depth and aging potential.

Herkomst & details

The wine’s characteristics, origin and practical details.

The wine

Red · Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot · 2020
Wine type
Red
Wine category
Pessac-Léognan
Varietal(s)
Cabernet Sauvignon , Merlot
Vintage
2020
Size
0.75 L
Alcohol content
14.0%
Closure
-

Origin & winery

France · Bordeaux
Country
France
Region
Bordeaux
Area
Graves
Appellation
Pessac-Léognan

Terroir & maturation

14 months in oak barrels, 20% of which are new, produced in our own cooperage.
Soil
Gravelly soils
Maturation
14 months in oak barrels, 20% of which are new, produced in our own cooperage.
Oak aged
Yes
Single grape variety
-
Sparkling
No
Malolactic conversion
Yes

Serving & cellaring

Beef, Lamb
Ideal serving temperature
16° - 18°C
Drinking Window
2024–2035
Food Pairing
Beef,
Lamb

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