Smith Haut Lafitte: Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte 2016

Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte 2016

Trækasse

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100
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Cabernet Sauvignon 65%, Merlot 30%, Cabernet Franc 4%, Petit Verdot 1%
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rød, tør
Modnet
14,0% Vol.
Modenhed til at drikke: 2030–2065
Pakket ind i: 12 OHK
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voluminøs og kraftfuld
rig på tanniner
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Lobenberg: 100/100
Decanter: 100/100
Lisa Perrotti Brown: 99/100
Parker: 98/100
Galloni: 98/100
International Wine Report: 98/100
Suckling: 97/100
Jeb Dunnuck: 97/100
Wine Spectator: 97/100
Neal Martin: 97/100
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Frankrig, Bordeaux, Pessac Leognan
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Allergener: Sulfitter, Information om aftapper
Tapperi / Importør: Smith Haut Lafitte, , 33650 Martillac, FRANKREICH
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Heiner Lobenberg om:
Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte 2016

100
/100

Det er virkelig spændende. Jeg smagte denne vin i en række med den bedste Margaux og efter Saint Emilion Chateau Canon. Det er ikke rigtigt muligt, tænkte jeg. Smith må være for skrøbelig, kan ikke følge med på dette høje niveau af elegance. Det er slet ikke sandt. Selv om denne 2016 Smith klart adskiller sig fra finessevinen fra 2015 (som er tydeligt præget af rød frugt), er den ikke mindre stor i sin udprægede finesse. Den er klarere, utrolig rent defineret. Den er helt på sort kirsebær, men delikat. Den har sødme, men meget subtilt. Den er ultra chic. Den forbliver tro mod sig selv, for i tidligere år var Smith et sortfrugtet kraftcenter. Fokus er det samme i dag, men al hårdheden er væk. Tanninen er fuldstændig poleret. Vinen er ultralang og poleret med et dejligt saltholdigt spor. Vinen er næsten en fornøjelse at drikke, når den er ung. Karakteren er helt anderledes end f.eks. Pape Clément eller Seguin af samme kaliber, da vi har meget mere sort frugt her. Alt er ligetil. Måske lidt mindre kompleks, men ender i uendelig præcision. Dette er en lige så stor Smith som 2015'eren, bare - og det er det smukke - med en anden karakter. Tanninen er massivt til stede. Vinen vil holde i mange, mange årtier. Det er helt sikkert en af de virkelig store vine fra denne ejendom. 100/100

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Decanter om: Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte

Pure perfection in a glass, the 2016 offers notes of cherry, liquorice, smoke, graphite, plum and eucalyptus. It is fresh and racy. This is a perfectly balanced wine, full of energy and freshness, juicy and fleshy on the palate, with a classic tannic frame and a long yet persistent finish. Drink it over the coming two or three decades. Bravo! 100/100

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Lisa Perrotti Brown om: Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte

The 2016 Smith Haut Lafitte has a deep garnet color. It bursts onto the scene with dramatic notes of crème de cassis, blueberry compote, and chocolate-covered cherries, plus suggestions of star anise, lavender, and fallen leaves, with a touch of iron ore. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is an exercise in elegance and sophistication, framed by exquisitely ripe, plush tannins and just enough freshness, finishing long and with an achingly beautiful perfume.

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Parker om: Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte

Composed of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot and matured in 60% new oak for 18 months, the 2016 Smith Haut Lafitte has a very deep garnet-purple color, opening with sensuous scents of warm black cherries, blackberry pie, star anise and fragrant lilacs with hints of chocolate box, cigar box and pencil lead plus wafts of truffles and crushed rocks. Medium to full-bodied, rich and seductive, it completely fills the palate with perfumed black berry preserves and superbly plush tannins, finishing epically long and beautifully layered. 98/100

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Galloni om: Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte

The 2016 Smith Haut Lafitte is flat out stunning. Rich, ample and explosive, the 2016 possesses tremendous energy and tension to play off the wine's dark, rich fruit. I am not sure I have ever tasted a young Smith Haut Lafitte with such extraordinary balance. In 2016, the Grand Vin is tense and pulsing with energy. Hints of lavender, spice, menthol and crème de cassis open up in the glass, but the 2016 stands out for its feel and exceptional harmony. The combined effects of picking a bit early, vinifiying more gently and reducing the impact of oak are having a profound effect at Smith Haut Lafitte. Thinking of some of the highly regarded wines of the last decade here, the 2009 and 2010 in particular, well, the 2016 is on another level. This is magnificent showing from proprietors Florence and Daniel Cathiard, and their team led by Technical Director Fabien Teitgen. 98/100

Smagsnotat
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International Wine Report om: Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte

The 2016 Château Smith Haut Lafitte is amongst the most compelling wines from the vintage. A clear standout, this sensational blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot is already remarkably expressive. The Smith Haut Lafitte is offering striking aromas of ripe blackberries, dark currants, roasted coffee, loamy soil, sweet Asian spices and spring flowers which are all coming together and bursting from the glass. On the palate this possesses gorgeous richness and depth with wonderful opulence. Layers of complex flavors of ripe dark fruit combine with savory and earthy characteristics which continue to build up to the long, supple finish. Displaying remarkable purity and outstanding overall balance this Bordeaux simply has it all. While it is one of the most attractive young wines from the vintage, it also clearly has the potential age beautifully for quite some time. 98/100

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Suckling om: Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte

The 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. Better after 2025. 97/100

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Jeb Dunnuck om: Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte

Moving to the reds, the 2016 Château Smith Haut Lafitte checks in as 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Petit Verdot that spent 18 months in 60% new oak. It’s undeniably a more elegant, reserved style from this estate, yet it still offers full-bodied richness and depth, with a classic perfume of cassis, black currants, cold fireplace, wood smoke, and tobacco. Deep, nicely concentrated, seamless, and, again, incredibly elegant, it’s going to flesh out nicely with short-term cellaring and keep for 20-30 years. 97/100

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Wine Spectator om: Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte

Quite ripe, with lush waves of cassis, cherry preserve and raspberry puree flavors gliding through in no hurry, but maintaining definition and cut along the way as bramble, tar and melted licorice snap notes slowly emerge throughout. The finish features an intense echo of pastis and sweet tobacco, showing serious latent grip. Best from 2023 through 2038. 97/100

Smagsnotat
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Neal Martin om: Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte

The 2016 Smith Haut Lafitte has a more discreet bouquet than I expected, and it takes a couple of minutes to open in the glass, revealing blackberry, briar, a touch of pressed iris and a wet limestone aroma. There is less tobacco than I expected, and a stonier style. The palate is medium-bodied with very fine tannin, perhaps the finest I’ve encountered in 20 years of visiting this estate. Very feminine and beautifully structured, and the 60% new oak is seamlessly assimilated. Extremely impressive and beguiling. This will be an irresistible Smith Haut Lafitte that gives 30 to 40 years of drinking pleasure. 97/100

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