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Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc 2013

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Tasting Notes

The 2013 Smith-Haut-Lafitte Blanc offers a payload of grapefruit, guava and melon aromas that are beautifully integrated with the oak. The palate is fresh and vibrant, very harmonious with a hint of sour lemon that complements that subtle tropical tone. It slips down the throat with ease, completing a gorgeous white Bordeaux. If you are intent on buying just one wine in this off-vintage, this is the one I would load up on.

Score: 94

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2016-2030 28 October 2016

A blend of 90% Sauvignon Blanc and 5% each of Semillon and Sauvignon Gris, the Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc has a tightly wound bouquet: sultry at the moment with light gooseberry and Granny Smith apples. The palate is well balanced with a fine line of acidity, citrus lemon and lime zest, with a gradual build towards its precise finish. Excellent. Tasted March 2014.

Score: 92 - 94

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com 01 April 2014

A talc note gives way quickly to straw, verbena and shortbread flavors at the core, along with macadamia nut, lemon curd and brioche. Richly layered, with impressive range, this flattering style has nicely embedded acidity to carry it all. A gorgeous white in the making.

Score: 94 - 97

James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 01 April 2014

Why drink Silex from Dagueneau? This is really something exceptional with incredible density and power. Full-bodied, dry and mineral and lemon zest with fabulous length and beauty. This is definitely one to buy in 2013. 90% savuignon blanc, 5% sauvignon grid and 5% sémillon.

Score: 95 - 96

James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 01 April 2014

Lemon yellow, slightly floral fruits, very good weight, length and complexity to come out.

Score: 90

Decanter, Decanter.com Maturity: 2015-2020 01 April 2014