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Château Smith Haut Lafitte

The 2011 Château Smith Haut Lafitte has earned its place in The World of Fine Wine’s handpicked collection of tasting notes, featuring insights from the world’s foremost wine authorities. Explore in-depth commentary from wine expert Michael Schuster on Château Smith Haut Lafitte - an internationally acclaimed red from Bordeaux.
Château Smith Haut Lafitte
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Wine Name
Château Smith Haut Lafitte

Wine Producer
Château Smith Haut Lafitte

Score
90

Wine Style
Red

Grape Type
 Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
Cabernet Franc

Country
France

Vintage
2010

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Michael Schuster: Dense to smell; ripe black fruit and a dense minerality, too; rich, elegantly balanced, finely firm in tannin, fresh to vital in acidity; long, complex, and minerally behind the juicily ripe fruit. Firm but fine long-term tannins framing this generously proportioned Graves, and a long, aromatic finish. A lovely plenitude without excess, and considerable finesse given its generous proportions. A fine expression of this particular year. 2010–30+. 16.5/17.5

Details

Wine expert Michael Schuster
Tastings year 2011
Region Bordeaux
AppellationAOC
% Alcohol By Volume14
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