CHÂTEAU SMITH HAUT LAFITTE Cru Classé Pessac-Léognan 2020 vs SANTENAY 1er Cru Clos des Gravières Domaine Hubert Lamy 2016
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| Availability | In stock | Out of stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £155.50 | — |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | — |
| Style | Other | Other |
| Grape | Merlot, Cab Sauv, Petit Verdot, Cab Franc | Chardonnay |
| ABV | 14.5% | 13% |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy | No current tracked offers |
CHÂTEAU SMITH HAUT LAFITTE Cru Classé Pessac-Léognan 2020
The 2020 Smith Haut-Lafitte has a relatively straightforward bouquet with notes of forest floor, tree bark and black fruit. Scents of crushed stone and sandalwood emerge with time. The palate is medium-bodied with a lightly spiced entry, very cohesive and putting on weight toward the finish. I suspect that the nose is just closing up a little, hence my prudent score, but the palate is indicative of potential. Tasted blind at the annual Southwold tasting.
SANTENAY 1er Cru Clos des Gravières Domaine Hubert Lamy 2016
A completely different aromatic profile presents notes of petrol, resin, pear and soft spice wisps. Generously proportioned and very rounded medium-bodied flavors exude a subtle minerality on the textured, clean and moderately dry finish that offers even better depth and length. Good stuff that is built-to-age yet should drink well young if that is your preference.
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