Château Smith Haut-Lafitte Pessac-Léognan (Grand Cru Classé de Graves) 2016 (750ml) Viura

Château Smith Haut-Lafitte Pessac-Léognan (Grand Cru Classé de Graves) 2016 (750ml) ViuraIn the early 20th century, the ngociant firm of Eschenauer, headed by the famous Uncle Louis Eschenauer, sold the wine and ended up buying the chteau in 1958. In the 14th century, Verrier du Dubosc signed the first recorded deeds for this estate including a few vines. George Smith, a Scottish wine merchant, acquired the property in the mid 18th century and named it after himself. Lodi Martin Duffour Dubergier, Mayor of Bordeaux and signer of the

because they are just so damned intriguing

The acid is perfectly calibrated to the fruit and the tannins are well integrated

The 2016 Red Blend O

the two most highly regarded red grape varieties grown in Paso Robles

This is very fresh and has attractively flavorful

Ageing 10 -15 years

on the palate you’ll find rich

The fresh acidity and subtle hint of Bosc pear balances the richness

Aged 10 months on lees in 45% new French oak (10% was in stainless steel)

producing world-renowned Zinfandel

cedar and orange sorbet scents that are extremely pure and refined

macadamia nut and shortbread accents emerge through the finish