2011 Les Hauts de Smith Blanc
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Very crackling, this white exhibits lots of fleur de sel and brisk citrus notes leading the way, with plenty of verbena, honeysuckle, straw and quinine in reserve. There's richness as well, but it's buried behind the brisk facade today. James Molesworth, WineSpectator.com
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Neal Martin
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This pure Sauvignon Blanc is aged on the full lees for 12 months. It has an attractive bouquet of lime, a touch of honeysuckle and freshly cut pineapple, with fine lift and delineation. The palate is fresh and crisp on the entry with white peach, tinned apricot and a touch of fruit salad. The acidity is crisp and citric, lending the finish fine poise and length. Bon vin. Tasted April 2012. Neal Martin, eRobertParker.com
About the producer
Ch. Smith Haut Lafitte is one of the leading lights of Pessac-Léognan today – all thanks to Daniel and Florence Cathiard, who took over the property in 1990 and have since transformed the estate, converting to biodynamics and crafting wines of increasing finesse.