Les Hauts de Smith Blanc

Les Hauts de Smith Blanc In 1365, Verrier Dubosc signed the first preserved documents on this field, in which some wines are also mentioned. Then, in the middle of the 18th century, the property passed into the hands of George Smith, a Scottish wine merchant who gave it its name. In 1842, the castle was bought by Lodi Martin Duffour-Dubergier, mayor of Bordeaux and signatory of the 1855 Classification, who elevated it to the rank of Grand Cru Exceptionnel. Later, in 1958, Louis Eschenauer, a merchant famous, he buys the estate whose wines he has been selling since the beginning of the 20th century. The prestigious history of this unique place takes a new turn in 1990, when it became the property of the Olympic ski champion Daniel Cathiard who took it out. from the penumbra, turning it into one of the leading areas of Graves. He minimized the amount of chemicals and herbicides used in the vineyard. He completely modernized the winery. The proportion of new barrels used for maturation has increased. He turned to the services of three famous consultants, one of them being, of course, Michel Rolland. Color: light yellow with green reflections Bouquet : extremely refined bouquet with yellow flowers, sliced ​​lemon and green mango Taste: fragrant and fresh, full-bodied, well-balanced and with a lively acidity that adds to a minerality salty. Shows beautiful tropical tones at the beginning and a hint of lemon grass later Culinary combinations: appetizer, seafood, fish Serving temperature 8-12 ° C Expected Maturity: 2019-2029 93-94 James Suckling Points