Château Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc 2017 south-france layered with a touch of

layered with a touch of earthy spice from some whole bunch fermentation

fresh vanilla bean and an almost floral petal like note reveal themselves on the nose

An energy drives the palate with a pithy interest and a slippery texture On the back palate the gives ample weight and extraordinary carry

dominated by its imposing medieval castle

a tannin-grained essay in textural journeying

Château Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc 2017 south-france layered with a touch of"Allocation only, email wine@worldwine. com. au to secure allocation" Winemaking Fermentation: The grapes are hand picked into small crates and pressed in an oxygen free environment using inert gas to retain the grapes' aromatic potential, followed by fermentation in French oak barrels (50% new oak) and cold settling. Ageing 12 months on the lees with btonnage (lees stirring) in barrels (50% new + 50% previously used for one vintage) from our own on