Château Smith Haut Lafitte, Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc 2020 vs Torbreck Vintners, The Steading Blanc 2021
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £32.50 | £32.50 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Château Smith Haut Lafitte | Torbreck Vintners |
| Style | White | White |
| Grape | Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon | Viognier |
| Region | Bordeaux | — |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Château Smith Haut Lafitte, Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc 2020
A delightful white wine offering from Château Smith Haut Lafitte, Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc captures the essence of Bordeaux's Graves region with its freshness and finesse. The château overlooks the vines from atop a hill (or “la fitte” in local dialect) composed of river stones and semi-precious pebbles deposited by the Garonne millions of years ago. Consisting of günz gravel, Smith Haut Lafitte’s terroir has two astonishing features: superb natural drainage forcing the vine roots to sink deep into the soil in order to find nourishment, and a “mirror effect” of the sun’s rays reflected by the gravelly soil.
Torbreck Vintners, The Steading Blanc 2021
Torbreck's 2021 Steading Blanc is a brilliant example of just how good white Rhône blends can be when grown in the Barossa valley. Made from Marsanne, Roussanne, and Viognier, it’s a beautifully textured, expressive wine that balances richness with real freshness. On the nose, you’ll find ripe stone fruits, citrus peel, white flowers, and a hint of spice. The palate follows through with generous flavour, creamy texture, and a clean, mineral-driven finish. It’s layered and food-friendly, but not heavy - think roast chicken, seafood in buttery sauces, or even mildly spiced dishes. The Steading is sourced entirely from the Estate's Descendant Vineyard on Roennfeldt Road. Torbreck is best known for their bold reds but this white is a bit of a standout: elegant, versatile, and quietly complex.
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