CHÂTEAU SMITH HAUT LAFITTE LES HAUTS DE SMITH 2023 - BORDEAUX, FRANCE

This note uses the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting of the Level 3 Award in Wines. Students listed all aromas in previous classes.

More information on the wine is here.

Appearance

Pale Lemon.

Nose

Pronounced Intensity. Developing. Primary aromas of gooseberry, passion fruit, grass and flint; secondary aromas of smoke, resin and nutmeg; and tertiary aromas of toast and mushroom.

Students listed all aromas in previous classes; 3 primary aromas + 1 secondary aroma + 1 terciary are required to earn full marks.

Palate

Dry. Medium+ acidity. High Alcohol. Full Body. Medium+ intensity flavours of gooseberry, resin and mushroom. Smooth texture. Medium+ finish.

Conclusion

Very Good Quality. Can Drink Now, but has potential for Ageing.