Le Petit Haut Lafite 2012

This is a lovely Bordeaux from Ch. Smith Haut Lafite in Graves. Le Petit Haut Lafite was created during the blending process and consist of 55% Cab Sauv and 45% Merlot.

The wine is dark and dense with a discrete nose of black fruit, spice and earthy notes.

In the mouth it opens up after a while with a beautiful concentration and soft tannins. Delicious aftertaste of black fruit as well.

2012 is a surprisingly structured and balanced wine that will keep for 10 years but peak over the next 3-5 years.

Le Petit Haut Lafite 2012
Pessac Leognan
Ca 25-30€

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