Petit Smith Haut Laffite 75cl

Le Petit Smith Haut Laffite is a second red wine from Pessac-Léognan, offering elegance and finesse, made primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with barrel aging promoting structure and aromatic complexity

Bordeaux Tradition

Vintages and Grape Varieties
Vintage: The available sheets cover 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023 

Typical blend: Generally 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, which gives the wine structure, length and freshness 

Vineyard: Vines grown in Organic Farming, average vine age around 11 to 12 years, with massal selection and the estate's own rootstocks.

Vinification and Aging
Harvest: Manual and selective sorting of the grapes in several passes, with pre- and post-pigeage 

Fermentation: Ungrafted grapes fermented in tanks, gentle extraction via pigeage and remontage to obtain balanced tannins and color 

Aging: Generally 14 months in barrels, including 20% new oak, barrels made in the cooperage integrated into the château 

Facilities: Positive energy cellar, integrating CO2 recycling into sodium bicarbonate, combining modernity and ecological respect 

Tasting and Sommelier's Notes
Color: Dark red, almost black, bluish reflections 

Nose: Intense and expressive, fresh red and black fruits, spicy aromas (star anise, licorice), empyreumatic and mineral notes 

Palate: Full-bodied, unctuous, silky tannins, beautiful aromatic length, balance between power and freshness, gourmet and elegant texture 

Food Pairings & Serving Temperature
Ideal temperature: 16-18°C depending on the vintage 

Suggested pairings: Red meats (beef, lamb), roasted poultry, duck, braised dishes, game, regional preparations and refined cuisine 

Production and Aging Potential
Production: 10,000 to 80,000 bottles depending on the vintage 

Aging potential: Generally 3 to 16 years, with peak varying depending on the vintage (e.g. 2022: 2029-2038, optimal consumption) 

Particularities
Second wine of the château, designed to offer an accessible and refined expression of the Graves and Pessac-Léognan terroir 

The wine reflects the commitment to biodynamics and respect for biodiversity, integrating sustainable and innovative vinification methods.