Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte, Pessac-Leognan, France 2018 Le Pianelle s.s. The wine finishes with roundness

The wine finishes with roundness and elegance from the beautifully balanced structure

but will improve nicely with age

Opaque purple in colour

Polished and rich with wonderful depth

It’s full-bodied with a tight

Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte, Pessac-Leognan, France 2018 Le Pianelle s.s. The wine finishes with roundnessPurity of fruit here with plum and cherry aromas, as well as wet earth and spice. Light stone. Very floral and vivid. Full bodied with layers of ripe tannins that are balanced and polished. Savory finish. Incredibly polished and refined. Goes on for minutes. One of the finest Smith Haut Lafittes I have tasted. 98 Pts James Suckling