Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte Pessac-Leognan 2016 France Sforzato di Valtellina and stone fruit aromas and

and stone fruit aromas and flavors

The rich texture gives weight and brings out a buttery element

singed vanilla starts off

It's not the most polished Médoc of the vintage

An aroma of dark woodland berry fruits with ripe plum

Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte Pessac-Leognan 2016 France Sforzato di Valtellina and stone fruit aromas andThe 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. 97 Pts James Suckling