• Château Smith Haut Lafitte 1966, Cru Classé de Graves, Flasche freigestellt mit Etikett
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Château Smith Haut Lafitte 1966

Château Smith Haut Lafitte 1966

Graves' Disease • Red wine • 750 ml - Bottle

Cru Classé de Graves (red)

XG121966NAA

€171,24 EUR
€171,24 EUR
€228,32 l
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condition of the wine bottle

Snapshot of :

Fill level: Upper Mid Shoulder

Label: very dirty, slightly damaged, slightly faded

Capsule: minimally corroded, minimally damaged, soiled, heavily creased

Cork: minimally protruding, otherwise intact

About Château Smith Haut Lafitte 1966

The 1966 Château Smith Haut Lafitte is a Cru Classé de Graves. It originates from the commune of Martillac in the Graves appellation, which is now Pessac-Léognan. The 1966 vintage is considered a classic, well-aged Bordeaux vintage. This bottle was brought to market by the Bordeaux merchant Louis Eschenauer. After sixty years of maturation, this red Graves wine is a rare historical document. Collectors and connoisseurs continue to prize this collectible Bordeaux wine today.

Origin & Classification

Château Smith Haut Lafitte is located in Martillac, in the southern part of the historic Graves appellation. The origins of the vineyard date back to 1365. It was named after the Scottish merchant George Smith, who acquired the estate in 1720 and built the manor house. Since the Graves classification of 1953 and 1959, the château has been ranked among the Crus Classés de Graves. The soil consists of deep gravel over sand and limestone, which imparts structure and minerality to the red wine. The blend traditionally relies on Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by Merlot and Cabernet Franc. From 1958 to 1990, the château was owned by the Bordeaux merchant Louis Eschenauer, who also brought this 1966 Château Smith Haut Lafitte to market. You can purchase this Château Smith Haut Lafitte here.

The 1966 Vintage

1966 is considered a classic, balanced vintage in Bordeaux. A cool summer preceded the vintage, but a warm September saved the harvest. The harvest began in early October under good conditions. The Graves appellation also benefited from the character of this vintage. This red Graves wine displays the tannin structure and freshness typical of 1966. These characteristics gave it a solid aging potential. It remains one of the sought-after items of its generation to this day. Those looking to buy a Château Smith Haut Lafitte will find this vintage to be a rare historical document.

FAQ

Is the 1966 Château Smith Haut Lafitte still drinkable?

Yes. The 1966 vintage was known for its balanced tannin structure and freshness, which gave it solid aging potential. After sixty years of maturation, the wine has reached its plateau and is still enjoyable if stored professionally. Naturally, we cannot provide any guarantees for this.

What makes this 1966 Château Smith Haut Lafitte a sought-after collectible Bordeaux wine?

Its classification as a Cru Classé de Graves, its location in Martillac, and its verified provenance via the merchant Louis Eschenauer make this red Graves wine a sought-after item among collectors of mature Bordeaux vintages.

Is the 1966 Château Smith Haut Lafitte suitable as a capital investment?

Older Crus Classés like this one are also in demand by collectors in view of market trends. We do not provide investment advice or yield promises – the classification, vintage, and condition serve to assess rarity and demand, not as a financial forecast.

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1966 Château Smith Haut Lafitte

  • Feature

    Classification: Cru Classé de Graves (red)

    Filling quantity: 750 ml - Bottle

    Alcohol content: 12% ABV

    Allergens: contains sulfites

  • Origin

    Wine type: Red wine

    Country of origin: France

    Growing region: Bordeaux

    Appellation: Graves' Disease

Responsibility

Manufacturer/bottler and responsible food business operator at the same time:

Château Smith Haut Lafitte, 33650 Martillac, France

Description of Château Smith Haut Lafitte 1966

This Red wine from Château Smith Haut Lafitte comes from the appellation Graves' Disease , a growing region in Bordeaux . It is known that there is a classification system for wineries or wines in France You can complete your collection with this wine 1966 Château Smith Haut Lafitte because it belongs to the classification Cru Classé de Graves (red wine) . The 750 ml - Bottle has an alcohol content of 12% ABV .

Château Smith Haut Lafitte 1966, Cru Classé de Graves, Flasche freigestellt mit Etikett

1966 Château Smith Haut Lafitte

Condition

The photos on this page and the description below will give you more information about the condition of this bottle of Red wine from Château Smith Haut Lafitte 1966

Fill level: Upper Mid Shoulder

Label: very dirty, slightly damaged, slightly faded

Capsule: minimally corroded, minimally damaged, soiled, heavily creased

Cork: minimally protruding, otherwise intact

If multiple wine bottles are available, the condition of the wine bottle is similar to all bottles available on this product page.

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Explanation of the condition

Using a snapshot from we have recorded the condition of this wine bottle 1966 Château Smith Haut Lafitte for you.

We would like to point out that despite correct, constant and protected storage, the condition of the wine bottle can change over time. As with humans, the aging process can never be completely stopped. If your bottle Red wine Château Smith Haut Lafitte 1966 is on its way to you, shocks or weather conditions can affect its condition. But don't worry, we will pack your wine order carefully and safely.

What you should consider when delivering wine

  • Consider where to leave it

    The plan is for you to receive your bottle of wine - Château Smith Haut Lafitte 1966 - in person. This ensures that the Red wine is not unnecessarily exposed to the weather. If you have wine delivered to a parcel station, pay attention to cold or hot day and night temperatures. This is because a parcel station is usually not air-conditioned. Spending too long in such a parcel compartment can affect the wine bottle. If the wine delivery was left on your doorstep, a longer stay in hot, cold or wet conditions can also disadvantage the wine bottle.

  • Avoid condensation

    Especially in the winter months (below 10 ° Celsius), your wine delivery is exposed to cold temperatures during transport. We therefore recommend that you place your package unopened in a room with a room temperature of approx. 15 - 18 ° Celsius for approx. 24 hours after delivery. This way, the wine bottle acclimatizes gently. If you were to place the cold wine bottle in a warm room, condensation would occur on the glass body. This happens because the warm, humid room temperature hits the cold surface of your new Red wine bottle. The result would be that water droplets and moisture would affect the wine label. A wavy, partially slightly detached label could occur.