Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte 2019

A Complex and Refined Second Red Wine from Pessac-Léognan

The property

Located in the heart of the Pessac-Léognan appellation and dating back to 1365, the Château Smith Haut Lafitte is one of the oldest châteaux in Bordeaux. This magnificent property entered a new era in its history following its purchase by Daniel and Florence Cathiard in 1990. Driven with passion and ambition by the Cathiard couple, Château Smith Haut Laffite has risen to the rank of the most beautiful properties in Graves with crus worldwide renowned for their elegance and style, both in red and white.

The wine

Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte is the Second Red Wine of this must-see property of Pessac-Léognan.

The vineyard

Superbly located, the vineyard of Château Smith Haut Laffite extends over 78 hectares of vines. Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte 2019 is made from vines averaging 11 years old. The château uses its own vine plants thanks to a mother vine preserved in the nursery on the island of Lalande. The vineyard is cultivated in Organic Agriculture.

Vinification and aging

Following a double pre and post destemming sorting, the non-crushed grapes are gravity-fed into vats for fermentation. The extraction is carried out by punching down and/or pumping over. The aging lasts 14 months in barrels (20% new wood) made in the cooperage integrated into the property.

Blend

Cabernet sauvignon (60%) and merlot (40%).

Characteristics and tasting advice for Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte 2019

Tasting

Of great finesse, this Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte 2019 seduces with its silky tannins, its structure as well as its rich aromatic palette with notes of blackcurrant, licorice and dark chocolate.