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2005 Château Smith Haut Lafitte
| Vineyard: | Château Smith Haut Lafitte |
| Price: | $89.99- $109.00 |
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| Varietal: | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc |
| Style: | Red |
WINEMAKER'S NOTE
Château Smith Haut Lafitte's great terroir of deep Gunzian gravel, with old vines sinking several metres into the soil, produced stupendous results: the wines have a concentration, texture, and class never before seen.
64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 5% Cabernet franc, 1% Petit Verdot.
Expert Reviews
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Wine.comOne can't say enough about the accomplishments the Cathiards have achieved at this property since 1990. Prior to their purchase of the property, appallingly diluted, vegetal, fruitless, charmless wine...
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CellarTracker Community Tasting NotesCommunity Tasting Notes (average 89.7 pts. and median of 91 pts. in 25 notes)
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Wine & SpiritsRating: 94/100 - As reviewed by Wine & Spirits Magazine on 10/08
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Wine AdvocateRating: (93-95) - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 170 on Apr-07
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Wine SpectatorRating: 95/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator
User Tasting Note
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Fellow Drync'r2011-2025 très bon et élégant (moins caramélise que sont petit frère 100 p 100 bariques neuves). sans doute encore un peu jeune. Parker 93-95 :meilleur Smith jamais crée !
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