Château Lafite Rothschild
Château Lafite Rothschild Pauillac (Premier Grand Cru Classé)
4.8
Expert Rating
4.7
Most Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Château Lafite Rothschild Pauillac is an iconic producer of the world-renowned Bordeaux region of France. This Premier Grand Cru Classé estate has been making exquisite wines since the late 1700s. Its wines are renowned for their complexity, elegance and power, as well as their ability to age gracefully. Château Lafite Rothschild Pauillac produces a classic Bordeaux blend, primarily Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with smaller amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The wines display aromas of dark fruits, currants, cedar, tobacco, and earth. The palate exhibits notes of blackberry, graphite, and licorice, with a silky smooth texture and good acidity. The finish is long and powerful, with a lingering hint of spice. Château Lafite Rothschild Pauillac is a wine of great complexity and finesse, making it an ideal accompaniment to special occasions.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Château Lafite Rothschild Pauillac (Premier Grand Cru Classé) is a deep, dark ruby in color with a complex and intense bouquet of blackberry, cassis, and currant fruits, with an inviting hint of earthiness and leather.On the palate, it is full-bodied with great structure and concentration of red fruits, along with a hint of spices and mineral tones. The finish is long and persistent with a beautiful balance of fruit and tannins. A remarkable wine that is sure to impress.
EXPERT RATING
4.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2045
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (4)
Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Sauvignon
ORIGINS
Winery: Château Lafite Rothschild
Region: Bordeaux
Bordeaux is a renowned French wine region located in the southwest of the country, along the Atlantic coast. It is one of the world’s most famous and prestigious wine regions, renowned for its high-quality wines and centuries-old winemaking tradition.
The history of winemaking in Bordeaux dates back to the 8th century, when the region was first planted with vines. Over the centuries, the region has become renowned for its high-quality wines, and today it is one of the most important wine regions in the world.CUSTOMER RATING
4.7
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