Château Smith Haut Lafitte 2020

Indulge in the monumental Château Smith Haut Lafitte 2020, a wine critics have called one of the best ever from this estate.

The Producer: Under the dedicated ownership of the Cathiard family, this Pessac-Léognan Grand Cru Classé has ascended to the pinnacle of Bordeaux quality, championing sustainable and biodynamic practices (including having their own on-site cooperage).

The Vintage: The 2020 Bordeaux vintage is lauded for its superb structure and freshness. Wine Spectator awarded this outstanding vintage a score of 93 points and for the wine itself 95 points, noting its "exotic and lush feel" with well-steeped fruit.

The Wine: A blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon (65%) and Merlot (30%), with touches of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it offers a towering, opulent taste profile. Critics' scores are stellar: Jeb Dunnuck (100 pts), James Suckling (99 pts), and Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate (95-100 pts) praise its concentration, depth of black fruits (cassis, blackberry), notes of scorched earth, spice, and graphite.

Drinking Window: While already offering pleasure, this is a legendary, age-worthy wine, best enjoyed from 2030 through 2070. Secure your piece of Bordeaux history!