Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte, Blanc, Pessac Léognan, 2025
Petit Smith Blanc is a blend of 80% Sauvignon Blanc, 20% Sémillon. We were very impressed with the whites from this address in 2025. Bang for buck, Petit Smith Haut Lafitte could be the pick of the whites outside of Grand Village Blanc. Quince, peach and nectarine are embellished with white flowers and peach stone. White pepper and salty saline notes add a piquancy and vibrancy to proceedings; a lovely sapidity and mineral texture allied with crisp and fresh fruit make this very appealing.
critic reviews
The 2025 Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc, blended with 20% Sémillon from the plot in the Grand Vin, has an attractive nose with scents of grapefruit, citrus peel and touches of flint. Fine delineation and good vigour. The palate is well balanced, with a lovely texture, impressive weight, white peach mixed with pear and lemongrass that segues into a vibrant and spicy finish. Excellent. One of the best vintages that I have tasted.
The 2025 Le Petit Haut Lafitte Blanc (80% Sauvignon Blanc, 20% Sémillon) is impeccable. Pear, apricot, white peach, white flowers and a kiss of French oak build nicely in the glass. The 2025 offers a captivating mix of mid-palate richness and energy. It's another compelling wine from Smith Haut Lafitte.