Smith Haut Lafitte Vintage:2022 though it remains a class

though it remains a class act

It's undoubtedly rich and full-bodied

which I think remains one of his best wines to day

Subtle wood spice notes highlight the reserved

Smith Haut Lafitte Vintage:2022 though it remains a classThe 2014 Smith Haut Lafitte has a much simpler bouquet than the 2014 Pape Clment, with scents of pencil lead and cooked meat infusing the black fruit. The palate is well balanced with slightly firm tannin, moderate levels of acidity that segues to a very peppery and vivacious finish. This is a sophisticated and classy Pessac Lognan, though I wonder if it is starting to close down? Tasted blind at the annual Southwold tasting. Neal Martin