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Grand Cru Classé de Graves
Les Hauts De Smith Pessac
Les Hauts De4.7(47 reviews)
Les Hauts De Smith Pessac is the second wine of Château Smith Haut Lafitte, a Grand Cru Classé de Graves. This elegant red blend from Pessac-Léognan offers a harmonious balance of power and finesse, with ripe dark fruit flavors and subtle oak notes. It showcases the signature minerality of the Graves terroir, making it an approachable yet complex Bordeaux that can be enjoyed young or aged.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹21,140/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹846
per 30ml
ABV
13.5%
Region
France
Category
Red Wine
Type
Premium
State Excise Comparison
Compare Les Hauts De Smith Pessac Price Across Major Cities (2026)
Official retail vend prices vary across states due to excise duty, VAT, and transport tariffs.
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Lowest MRP in India
Gurgaon: ₹12,000
HyderabadViewing
Telangana
Standard 750ml
₹21,140+76%
Gurgaon
Haryana
Standard 750ml
₹12,000
Goa
Goa
Standard 750ml
₹13,430+12%
Delhi
Delhi NCT
Standard 750ml
₹14,290+19%
Lucknow
Uttar Pradesh
Standard 750ml
₹14,570+21%
Kolkata
West Bengal
Standard 750ml
₹17,710+48%
Jaipur
Rajasthan
Standard 750ml
₹18,570+55%
Bangalore
Karnataka
Standard 750ml
₹21,710+81%
Mumbai
Maharashtra
Standard 750ml
₹26,290+119%
Rates cross-verified with State Excise Department notifications & authorized L-2 retail vends.
Prices range from ₹12,000 to ₹26,290 Official Regulatory Notice
Hyderabad Liquor Laws & State Excise Policy (2026)
Retail prices and vend operations in Hyderabad are regulated by the Telangana Prohibition & Excise Department (TSBCL) under the state excise framework.
Legal Drinking Age
21+ Years
Verified photo ID mandatory at retail vends
Operating Hours
10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Closed on gazetted State Dry Days
Authorized Outlets
TSBCL Regulated A4 Retail Wine & Liquor Shops
Possession Limit
Up to 6 bottles (750ml) IMFL / Foreign Liquor per person
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Origin: Cognac
France
The Cognac region in southwestern France is the exclusive home of the world's most prestigious brandy. Only spirits distilled here from specific grape varieties can bear the Cognac name — a protected appellation since 1909.
Climate
Temperate maritime with chalky soils
Famous For
Hennessy, Rémy Martin, Grey Goose Vodka
Craftsmanship & Heritage
Les Hauts De Smith Pessac stands as a benchmark within the Red Wine landscape. Produced by the legendary Les Hauts De, this expression embodies a tradition of excellence specifically for the Hyderabad market.
With an ABV of 13.5%, every bottle is distilled with precision, featuring notes of Blackcurrant, Cedar, Tobacco, Dark cherry, Wet stone.
Flavor Intensity
sweet10%
smokey20%
spicy30%
fruity70%
body80%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Grilled ribeye steak🧀
Roasted leg of lamb🍫
Aged Comté cheese“The right pairing elevates both the spirit and the plate. We recommend serving at room temperature for the full aromatic experience.”
Expert Q&A
QWhat is Les Hauts De Smith Pessac?
It is the second wine of Château Smith Haut Lafitte, a renowned Grand Cru Classé de Graves estate in Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux.
QWhat grape varieties are used?
The blend typically includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, reflecting the classic Bordeaux blend.
QHow should I serve this wine?
Serve at 16-18°C (60-64°F) after decanting for 1-2 hours to allow the aromas to open up.
QWhat is the aging potential?
It can be enjoyed now for its fruit-forward character or cellared for 5-10 years for added complexity.
QWhat food pairs well with this wine?
Pairs excellently with grilled red meats, roasted lamb, duck breast, and aged cheeses like Comté.
Sommelier Tasting Profile & Notes
Palate dimensions, aroma evaluation, and user tasting impressions
AVERAGE RATING
4.7
Based on 3 Reviews
Tasting Dimensions
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4.7 / 5.0Taste & FlavorComplexity and palate richness
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4.7 / 5.0Value for MoneyPrice to quality benchmark
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5.0 / 5.0Smoothness & FinishMellowness and lingering aftertaste
Rating Distribution
Breakdown of reviewer opinions
4.7/5
3 Tasting Scores
5 Star
67%
4 Star
33%
3 Star
0%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
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Beverage Specialist Tasting ProfileScores and aroma profiles synthesized from master distillers, sommeliers, and verified community tasting submissions.
Community & Sommelier Notes (3)
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Subhashis Sen
Tasting NoteGachibowli, Hyderabad • May 12, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Gachibowli and picked up Les Hauts De Smith Pessac. At ₹21,140 in Hyderabad, this represents incredible value. The notes of Blackcurrant and Cedar pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Hyderabadi Mutton Biryani. Highly recommended!”
AB
Ananya Banerjee
Tasting NoteJubilee Hills, Hyderabad • May 07, 2026
Taste: 4/5Value: 5/5
“A highly sophisticated wine by Les Hauts De. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Blackcurrant and Tobacco. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Jubilee Hills was a major hit, especially alongside local Pathar ka Gosht!”
SM
Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
Tasting NoteBanjara Hills, Hyderabad • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Les Hauts De's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Cedar. At the Hyderabad price of ₹21,140, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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