Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte • Pessac-Leognan, France
Château Smith Haut Lafitte is the grand vin of this historic Graves estate in Martillac, Bordeaux, crafted from old vine…Château Smith Haut Lafitte is the grand vin of this historic Graves estate in Martillac, Bordeaux, crafted from old vines on deeply drained Günzian gravel that gives the wine its hallmark smoky, mineral character. In both red (Cabernet Sauv…Learn More »
$175
/750ml
2020 Retail Average
97
/100
2020 Pro Rating
Dark fruit feels sculpted rather than lush here, with Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte 2020 layering black cherry, cassis and blueberry over graphite, cocoa, tobacco leaf and a gentle smoky edge. The palate is deep, vertical and firmly structured, with polished but commanding tannins and a cool streak of acidity that keeps all that richness taut and focused, promising a long evolution rather than easy early charm. A powerful, modern Graves classic in the making, it’s more about precision and energy than sheer opulence right now.
Dry-aged ribeye with bone marrow; Roast lamb with rosemary and garlic; Wild mushroom and truffle ragù
Château Smith Haut Lafitte is the grand vin of this historic Graves estate in Martillac, Bordeaux, crafted from old vines on deeply drained Günzian gravel that gives the wine its hallmark smoky, mineral character. In both red (Cabernet Sauvignon–led with Merlot and Cabernet Franc/Petit Verdot) and white (Sauvignon Blanc–dominant with Sauvignon Gris and Sémillon), it is known for combining ripe, complex fruit with smooth structure and freshness, reflecting a meticulously farmed, biodiversity-focused vineyard and long, elegant barrel aging.