Smith Haut Lafitte Rouge 2024
$121.00
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:
An expressive nose of fresh red fruits (raspberry, black cherry), lifted by notes of mint, blond tobacco, and sweet spices. The palate offers freshness, silky texture, and great balance. It reveals a harmonious blend of generous substance, volume, and long finish, with a vibrant finale featuring fruit, spices, and fresh herbs.
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