BORDEAUX, FRANCE

One of the finest wines in the world, this gem received a 99 Point rating from top critic, James Suckling. A note from the winemaker:

Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte 2015 is a very dark red wine, almost black. The nose expresses a bouquet of black fruits and very fresh red fruits. Through swirling, the nose appears more complex with notes of spices, cedar, licorice associated with notes of violet and a touch of flint stone. The mouth is straightforward, dynamic, powerful, dense, classy. Tannins are concentrated, unctuous and silky. They give the wine great length and beautiful texture. We find again in mouth the crunchy and ripe fruits and an additional spicier dimension with licorice, citron, clove and a wonderful finale of floral and mineral notes. Blend: 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot

Food Pairings: Crown roast rack of lamb, steak, or duck l’orange.