1995 Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc
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Five years after purchase, and you can see that the quality of the fruit has improved. In theory the 1990 is a little more consistent on the Left Bank than the 1995, but in this case you clearly find better grip and quality. Cloves, aniseed, grilled sandalwood, incense, saffron, gentle autumnal fruits that are still delivering a quiet smile. Enjoyable, very much in its drinking window. 30% new oak. Fabien Teitgen arrived in the vineyards at the end of this year as chef de culture.
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The 1995 possesses a smoky, buttery, fig/melony nose, and medium-bodied, refreshing flavors with a powdered stone-like taste. This spicy, refreshing, and vibrant, lively wine exhibits a delicacy as well as intensity. Anticipated maturity: Now-2008. Last tasted 11/97
The 1995 possesses a smoky, buttery, fig/melony nose, and medium-bodied, refreshing flavors with a powdered stone-like taste. This spicy, refreshing, and vibrant, lively wine exhibits a delicacy as well as intensity. Anticipated maturity: Now-2008. Last tasted 11/97 Jan 1998, www.robertparker.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.