Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc 2024
$206.00
Château Smith Haut Lafitte, a cru that lives in symbiosis with Nature
In 1990, Florence and Daniel Cathiard fell in love with Château Smith Haut Lafitte. They purchased it with the firm intention of perpetuating the tradition of excellence of this noble wine. "Our philosophy can be summed up in one sentence: to do everything to ensure that each vintage, whether red or white, reflects our magnificent terroir."
Here, everything is done to preserve a living and harmonious ecosystem. The 80-hectare vineyard obtained the 'Organic Farming' label in 2019. The teams have implemented biodynamic practices, using their own medicinal plant garden to prevent diseases. They also have a preserved and natural nursery on the Isle of Lalande to cultivate their own rootstocks and thus maintain a unique identity for each grape variety, both white and red.
Vintage 2024
2024 is a fresh vintage, shaped by a very rainy winter and spring, which created strong mildew pressure — a real challenge for organic farming. Thanks to a well-mastered viticultural strategy, the Smith Haut Lafitte team rose to the occasion. A drier summer then allowed for optimal ripening. The result? Wines that display radiant freshness, vibrant aromatics, and a structure that is both refined and energetic.
Tasting notes:
A precise and delicate bouquet of citrus, white fruits, and white flowers. The palate opens with a lively, energetic attack, followed by a refined roundness. The finish is long, saline, and incredibly pure. This white wine perfectly embodies the mineral elegance and floral finesse typical of the estate.
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