Parker about Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc 2022
A blend of 80% Sauvignon Blanc and 20% Sémillon, the 2022 Le Petit Haut Lafitte Blanc is a solid effort, exhibiting aromas of peach, pear and smoke with flinty notes. Medium-bodied, charming and fleshy, it has racy acids, a delicate tannic sensation and a long, delicate core of fruit (lemon oil) with a penetrating finish.

Suckling over Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc 2022
Pretty apples, pears and lemons with crushed stone. Medium to full body. Creamy texture. Bright and lively acidity at the end. 80% sauvignon blanc and 20% semillon.
Description
Land | France |
Region | Bordeaux Pessac-Léognan |
Rebsorten | Sauvignon blanc 80%, semillon 20% |
Alkoholgehalt | 13.50% |
Füllstand | high fill |
Verschlußart | cork stopper |
Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
Farbe | White |
Inverkehrbringer | Château Smith Haut Lafitte, 33650 Martillac, France |
Charakter | Dry |
Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
Trinkempfehlung | 2024 - 2038 |
Parker Punkte | 91-93 |
Jahrgang | 2022 |
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Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc 2022

Le Petit Haut Lafitte Blanc 2022 is a brilliant white wine from Pessac-Léognan that combines elegance, freshness, and aromatic richness. The nose is lively and refined, with aromas of citrus fruits such as lemon and lime, accompanied by notes of white peaches, green apples, and a subtle tropical nuance. A hint of white flowers and a fine minerality underscores the complexity of the bouquet. On the palate, the wine displays a refreshing acidity that harmonizes perfectly with its smooth texture, lending it balance and depth. The minerality is particularly evident on the palate, lending the wine a pleasant tension that culminates in a long, lively finish with delicate herbal notes and a subtle spiciness. Le Petit Haut Lafitte Blanc 2022 is an impressive white wine that impresses with its freshness when young and will gain complexity over time.