Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte Pessac-Leognan 2016 France Sforzato di Valtellina An aroma of dark woodland

An aroma of dark woodland berry fruits with ripe plum

The rich texture gives weight and brings out a buttery element

juniper and potting soil punctuate dried fruit notes

it is complex with its mineral texture

7-hectare adjacent plot planted in 1970

Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte Pessac-Leognan 2016 France Sforzato di Valtellina An aroma of dark woodlandThe blackcurrant and blueberry aromas are lifted and beautiful. Lots of flowers, too, together with some mushroom and dried flower undertones. Full bodied with firm and very silky tannins giving a lovely texture. Bright acidity lifts the finish and gives it drive and force. 97 Pts James Suckling