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Chateau Lafite Rothschild’s second wine, Carruades de Lafite presents simila... Chateau Lafite Rothschild’s second wine, Carruades de Lafite presents similar characteristics to the Grand Vin, but with its own personality linked to a higher proportion of Merlot and to specific plots that are used to produce Carruades. The name... more

Blend: 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8.5% Merlot and 0.5% Petit Verdot The 2018 Lafi... Blend: 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8.5% Merlot and 0.5% Petit Verdot The 2018 Lafite Rothschild is blended of 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8.5% Merlot and 0.5% Petit Verdot and has 13.3% alcohol. Deep purple-black in color, it needs a fair bit of swirling to... more

A relatively early growing season with above average temperatures and normal r... A relatively early growing season with above average temperatures and normal rainfall. Precipitation at the end of May and early June made the vines subject to mildew, but our technicians were diligent in protecting the grapevines. The end of summer... more

This wine is a superb ruby-red color with purplish highlights. The initially c... This wine is a superb ruby-red color with purplish highlights. The initially closed-in bouquet opens up nicely on aeration. The wonderfully subtle aromas follow through in quick succession, starting with oaky overtones, followed by red-berry fruit,... more

This vintage thus had three phases, which ultimately produced a rich, dense, s... This vintage thus had three phases, which ultimately produced a rich, dense, structured, very complex wine. Some tasters find 1996 reminiscent of the elegance of 1953, and the power of 1959, which augurs well for this vintage that will undoubtedly... more

Deep black color. The nose offers a broad palette of intense and well-defined ... Deep black color. The nose offers a broad palette of intense and well-defined aromas, with spicy black fruits like blackberries and black cherries on a background of subtle notes of cocoa and tobacco that accentuates the aromatic richness of this wine.... more

One of the greatest wines produced in Bordeaux this year is the 2019 Lafite Ro... One of the greatest wines produced in Bordeaux this year is the 2019 Lafite Rothschild, an impeccably balanced classic of immense charm and grace. Wafting from the glass with arresting aromas of cassis, blackberries and cherries mingled with violets,... more

Complex aromas of blackcurrants and lead pencil. Incredible. Graphite and tar.... Complex aromas of blackcurrants and lead pencil. Incredible. Graphite and tar. Stunning. It’s full-bodied, yet shows such harmony and polish. Elegance and complexity with finesse. The tannins are so integrated and endless. It goes on for minutes. 94%... more

Blend: 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot A classical Lafite t... Blend: 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot A classical Lafite that reminds me of something like the 1986, with its blackcurrant and tobacco character with cedar and hazelnut, but it's so today with its purity and precision. It's really... more

Blend: 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot A classical Lafite t... Blend: 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot A classical Lafite that reminds me of something like the 1986, with its blackcurrant and tobacco character with cedar and hazelnut, but it's so today with its purity and precision. It's really... more

A deep bouquet of dark fruit and licorice. The palate is full-bodied and alrea... A deep bouquet of dark fruit and licorice. The palate is full-bodied and already expressive, but then becomes tighter, expressing power and exuberance. The youth of this Lafite does not hide its energy, but the distinctive elegance and complexity are... more

Deep black color. The nose offers a broad palette of intense and well-defined ... Deep black color. The nose offers a broad palette of intense and well-defined aromas, with spicy black fruits like blackberries and black cherries on a background of subtle notes of cocoa and tobacco that accentuates the aromatic richness of this wine.... more