91-94 points Wine Spectator: There's lots to like here, with an already creamy-textured core of yellow apple, singed almond, brioche and straw notes. Shows the lower-acidity feel of the vintage, but not shy on depth or range.Barrel Sample: 91-94
94 points Jeb Dunnuck: Made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc aging in 50% new oak, the 2018 Les Hauts De Smith Blanc offers a more mineral-driven, almost salty style as well as racy notes of lemon curd, crushed rocks, toasted spice, brioche, and honeysuckle. Medium-bodied, concentrated, with racy acidity, it's a rockingly good white in a vintage that was difficult for the variety. Barrel Sample: 92-94.
94 points Wine Enthusiast: Smoothly textured with a line of citrus and apple flavors, this wine (one of two second white wines at the estate) has subtle wood-aging flavors that support the fruits and give richness and pleasure. The wine will benefit from a little further aging, so drink from 2022. Organic and biodynamic
93 points Vinous: The 2018 Les Hauts de Smith is earthier on the nose compared to the Le Petit Haut Lafitte, and more mineral-driven, with subtle minty aromas infusing the citrus peel and desiccated orange scents. The beautifully balanced palate features seamlessly integrated oak, flecks of walnut and smoke-tinged citrus fruit. A spicy, peppery finish leaves the mouth tingling afterward. Superb. Drinking window: 2022 - 2035