The Wine Advocate | RP 94
Published: Apr 30, 2014

The grand vin, the 2011 Smith-Haut-Lafitte is another great successes (and that?s saying something after the remarkable duo of 2009 and 2010 as well as the brilliant 2008). This wine exhibits a dense purple color along with a big, sweet nose of creme de cassis, mulberries, licorice and subtle background oak. Full-bodied with silky tannins, nicely integrated acidity, wood and alcohol, a multilayered mouthfeel, and a finish that lasts 45 seconds, this brilliant wine should drink well for 15-20 years. 
One of the best run estates in Bordeaux, Smith-Haut-Lafitte?s owners, the Cathiard family, has produced a beautiful second wine in 2011.
Drink Date: 2014 - 2034

Jamessuckling.com | JS 94
Published: Feb 18, 2014

A wine that has a beautiful depth of fruit, with currants, minerals and dried flowers on the nose and palate. it'sfull-bodied, with super-integrated tannins that last for minutes. This is muscular yet polished. Extremely well done for the vintage. Better in 2017.