Smith Haut Lafitte 1981

Smith Haut Lafitte 1981

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75 cl

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In the early 1990s, Daniel and Florence Cathiard managed a remarkable transformation of Château Smith Haut Lafitte, crafting wines of distinctive character. Harmoniously blending classic earthy Graves flavors with the allure of silky, seductive new oak from their in-house cooperage, their wines stand as unique expressions. Spanning across a 67-hectare vineyard, the estate boasts 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot, and a touch of Cabernet Franc. The 1981 vintage in Bordeaux is generally regarded as good, despite the challenges posed by varying weather conditions throughout the growing season.

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Organic Winemaking in Pessac-Léognan

Château Smith Haut Lafitte has a long and prestigious history and, since it was acquired by the Cathiard family in 1990, has garnered a reputation as one of the finest producers in Pessac-Léognan. Certified organic since 2019, the estate produces both red and white wines, in addition to a second wine, Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte.

With an estate spanning 80ha, seven red and white grape varieties are planted, namely Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc for reds and Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon and Sauvignon Gris for whites. The red wines are generous and juicy, boasting wonderful ageability (and with less oak-dominance from 2010 onwards), whilst the whites offer both superb value and impeccable quality.

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