19th century, Modern, Post-War, Contemporary Art, Decorative Arts and Wine

Online-Only Auction, 29 June - 6 July 2020

Wine

Sold for

ZAR 8 794
Lot 573
  • Smith Haut Lafitte; Pessac-Leognan; 2000; 3 (1 x 3); 750ml


Lot Estimate
ZAR 9 000 - 12 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 8 794

About this Item

Pessac-Leognan, 2000
3 (1 x 3) 750ml

Château Smith Haut Lafitte has been transformed during the last decade from being a perennial underachiever to being one of the leading estates in the Graves region. In 1990 it was bought by former Olympic skiing champion, Daniel Cathiard, responsible for its incredible success.

Critics Ratings

'Showing a bit more maturity than some peers, this pushes singed cedar and smoldering alder flavors to the fore, along with well-mulled currant and fig fruit notes backed by a prominent tobacco edge on the finish. There's a pretty sweetness of fruit here, even though this is fully into a secondary phase.' - James Molesworth Winespectator.com 91/100 (2016)

'One can’t say enough about this winery, which may still fly under the radar of most consumers. The fully mature 2000 displays gorgeous aromas of camphor, lead pencil shavings, unsmoked tobacco, plums, and black currants. With full body, a velvety texture, and beautiful weight, richness, and length, this superb wine should evolve, possibly improve for another 15 years. It’s a beauty!' - Robert Parker Robertparker.com 95/100 (2010)

Provenance

Private Client

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