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vvWine.ch, Adrian van Velsen:

Und auch in Rot, ist SHL im Jahr 2020 eine Bank. Hochkomplex, tiefgründig, klar und rein wie ein Bergbach, ein Bouquet, das seinesgleichen Sucht, Cassis, Johannisbeere, Kirschen, Brombeeren, darunter kalkig-steinige Noten, superfeine Röstaromen, Veilchen, eine Droge, ein Traum. Der Gaumen zieht weiter, was die Nase andeutet, alles ist an seinem Platz, sensationelle Tanninqualität, ausgezeichnete Balance zwischen Alkohol, Frucht und Säure, auch das Holz ist perfekt eingebunden. Ein von A-Z grandioser SHL rouge, mit majestätisch langem Finale. Auch diesen Wein habe ich unterschätzt, als ich ihn En Primeur verkostete. Das ist definitiv einer der Höhepunkte dieses ausgezeichneten Jahrgangs und ganz klar ein ganz grosser Wein. Ein Muss für jeden gut sortierten Weinkeller. 2027-2050+ (Verkostet am 8. November 2022 in Zürich) Bewertung 99/100. -vvWine.ch, Adrian van Velsen-

Robert Parker Wine Advocate:

A blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot aging in 60% new barriques, the very deep purple-black colored 2020 Smith Haut Lafitte makes an impactful entrance, opening with flamboyant notes of blackcurrant pastilles, chocolate-covered cherries and molten licorice, leading to nuances of ground cloves, woodsmoke, crushed rocks and dusty soil. The medium to full-bodied palate bursts with opulent black fruit preserves and shimmering mineral sparks, framed by exquisitely ripe and fantastically firm tannins and seamless freshness, finishing with epically long-lasting earthy and savory layers. This is the singular voice of Smith Haut Lafitte at its finest, and wow-oh-wow is it worth a listen. This 2020 has an alcohol of 14.5% with a pH of 3.65. The tannins this year were a little higher than 2018 and 2019. A little less than a third of production went into this grand vin. Drink Date 2028-2068. Rating 98-100/100. -Lisa Perrotti-Brown-

Vinous:

The 2020 Smith Haut Lafitte is every bit as captivating as it was from barrel. Ample, rich and explosive, the 2020 offers up an exciting mélange of dark fruit, chocolate, spice, gravel, leather and dried herbs, with a touch of new oak that adds raciness. This towering, vertical Smith Haut-Lafitte won't be ready to drink for a number of years, but it is super impressive. Even with all of its intensity, the 2020 retains terrific freshness and energy. Drink Date 2026-2040. Rating 97/100. -Antonio Galloni-

James Suckling:

So much blackcurrant, graphite and iodine character. Full-bodied. Incredible quality to the tannins. They are polished yet powerful. It’s so long and complete with such depth and toned muscles. Vertical. Very fresh and energetic. Will it be better than the famous 2015? Maybe the best ever. From organically grown grapes. 65% cabernet sauvignon, 30% merlot, 4% cabernet franc and 1% petit verdot. Rating 99/100. -JamesSuckling.com-