Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte 2016 - Case of 6 Bottles (75cl)Matured in 60% new oak for 18 months, the 2016 Smith Haut Lafitte has a very deep garnet purple color, opening with sensuous scents of warm black cherries, blackberry pie, star anise and fragrant lilacs with hints of chocolate box, cigar box and pencil lead plus wafts of truffles and crushed rocks. Medium to full bodied, rich and seductive, it completely fills the palate with perfumed black berry preserves and superbly plush tannins, finishing

with the entire time spent on the fine lees

mineral-laced finish

It corresponds also to a liquor bottle

deep bluish/ruby-colored wine from St

detailed and mineral-driven broad-shouldered flavors that are supported by ample mid-palate density and a very firm

The chalky texture and juicy acidity of this lively Champagne create a fine interplay with the bright flavors of ripe white cherry

backward and tight flavors that are massively constituted

Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon 56%

although not quite with the same audacity and bravado

02% alcohol and an IPT of 65

Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir

but I am sure it will prove its worth with 3-5 more years in bottle