Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Smith H Lafitte
Label Name:
 
Pessac Leognan Blanc
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Pessac-Léognan (Bordeaux)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Sauvignon Blanc 90%, Sauvignon Gris 5%, Sémillon 5%
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
10-12°C

Awards/Ratings
Wine Enthusiast 100; Vinous (Antonio Galloni) 98; James Suckling 99; Jeb Dunnuck 96; Decanter 96; Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) 95; Wine Spectator 92; Falstaff 94

Tasting Note
Pale-yellow, intensely aromatic: citrus, pink grapefruit, white peach and nectarine with white flowers, sea-spray minerality and a saline, stony finish. Creamy texture yet bright acidity and long, savory persistence.

Food Pairing
Western: scallops, lobster, grilled white fish, roast chicken with herbs, creamy pasta, aged hard cheese. Asian: sashimi/sushi, steamed fish with ginger and scallions, prawn tempura, light Thai or Vietnamese seafood dishes.

Production Method
Hand-harvested grapes; whole-bunch pressing; static cold settling; fermentation in French oak barrels (≈50% new); 12 months on fine lees; estate cooperage used for barrels.

Vineyard Info
Château Smith Haut Lafitte (Grand Cru Classé de Graves), family-owned by the Cathiards since 1990. Estate c.78–80 ha, practices Bio‑Precision; certified organic in 2019 and using biodynamic techniques and an on-site cooperage.