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Les Hauts de Smith Pessac Leognan Rouge 2023 750ml
Case of 6
OUT OF STOCKPre-arrival
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SKU 1022849
$269.70/case
$44.95/bottle
Tariffs included
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Extremely pure, with currant, raspberry and citrus aromas that follow through to a medium body with discreet fruit and fine tannins. Crunchy, transparent, bright and vivid. Good energy. 60% merlot and 40% cabernet sauvignon. Drink or hold.
There are few regions in the world with stricter regulations in regards to wine production and grape varietals than those found in Bordeaux, France. Here, in the home of the world's finest wines, the type and quality of grapes used is of utmost importance, and the legendary wineries which work on the banks of the Gironde river have mastered the careful art of juice blending to find the perfect balance for their produce. Whilst there are six 'official' Bordeaux grapes, the two key varietals for almost every fine Bordeaux wine are Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, and with good reason. Whilst Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are renowned for their acidity and astringency, strong fruit and spice flavors and full body, Merlot grapes are notably rounded, soft, fleshy and lighter on tannin. The combination of these two varietals, along with a small percentage of (commonly) Petit Verdot or Cabernet Franc, is the perfect balancing act – the two grape varietals cancel out each others weaker points, and accentuate all that is good about the other.
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Graves, a venerable appellation in Bordeaux, France, is renowned for its historical significance and the production of distinguished red and white wines. What makes Graves unique is its diverse terroir, featuring gravelly soils that not only lend the region its name but also provide excellent drainage and heat reflection, contributing to the ripening of grapes. Red wines from Graves are predominantly blends of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, offering a balanced expression of dark fruits, structure, and age-worthy potential.
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JS94pts
James Suckling
Extremely pure, with currant, raspberry and citrus aromas that follow through to a medium body with discreet fruit and fine tannins. Crunchy, transparent, bright and vivid. Good energy. 60% merlot and 40% cabernet sauvignon. Drink or hold.
WA93pts
Wine Advocate
A blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2023 Les Hauts de Smith reveals aromas of cassis, licorice and dark berries, accented by spicy nuances. More structured and dense than Le Petit Haut Lafitte, it is medium- to full-bodied, layered and seamless, offering good depth at the core and concluding with a spicy, tobacco-inflected finish. It surpasses the expectations formed at the en primeur stage.
VM93pts
Vinous Media
The 2023 Les Hauts de Smith, the estate's Merlot-based blend, is rich and sumptuous. Succulent red-toned fruit, rose petal, blood orange and pomegranate race across the palate. There's a ton of density here. Best of all, Les Hauts de Smith will drink well pretty much on release.
JD91pts
Jeb Dunnuck
Deep purple-hued, the 2023 Les Hauts De Smith offers red and black cherries, chocolate, gravelly earth, and graphite. Based on 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon and aged in 20% new French oak, it's medium-bodied, very pure, and pretty, with supple tannins, nicely integrated acidity, and outstanding length. Drink this balanced effort over the coming 10-12 years. Drink 2026-2038.
WS90pts
Wine Spectator
There’s a plumpness to the core of red and black cherry compote, while savory, singed mesquite and tar hints add a touch of grip along the edge. Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now through 2030. 8,000 cases made, 800 cases imported.
