161. Château Smith Haut Lafitte, Pessac‑Léognan
“The 2021 Smith Haut Lafitte is an engaging, dynamic wine. Gravel, menthol, licorice, mocha and spice are all beautifully delineated. A wine of energy and focus, the 2021 is absolutely enthralling—medium in body, refined and super-impressive.” Drink 2031 - 2046 96 pts, Wine Enthusiast 411997, 450607 $300 162. Château Sociando-Mallet, Haut‑Médoc (L) “The 2021 Sociando-Mallet has turned out nicely in bottle, offering up aromas of dark berries and cassis mingled with hints of cigar wrapper and pencil lead. It is medium to full-bodied, fleshy and seamless, with impressive concentration for the vintage, sweet tannins, integrated acids and a penetrating finish.” Drink 2025 - 2041 92 pts, Wine Advocate 434162 6 bottle limit $80 163. Château Tayac, Margaux “The 2021 Tayac exhibits aromas of sweet berry fruit and toasty new oak, followed by a medium-bodied, moderately concentrated palate.” Drink 2024 - 2034 87 pts, Wine Advocate 435897 $50 164. Château La Tour Figeac, St-Émilion Grand Cru “A ripe wine that is beautifully balanced. Rich tannins and concentration always within elegant limits. Black-currant flavors are forward. Drink this rich wine from 2028. Organic.” 94 pts, Wine Enthusiast 434250 $90
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