Lafite Rothschild
About Château Lafite Rothschild
Château Lafite-Rothschild is one of the most collectable wines in the world. Purchased in 1868 it has remained continuously in the Rothschild family. Less powerful than Latour and more classical than Mouton, the hallmarks of this wine of wines is a taut, lithe, willowy muscularity, enveloped by transcendent just-ripe black fruit with the perfect sweetness of blackcurrant, black cherry and plum. The scent of Lafite often beguiles its fortunate drinkers and the mythical, irresistible perfume of wonderful cedar, so fresh and elegant, must be experienced to be believed.
Part of Lafite’s centuries-long success lies in its situation on some of the most gravel-dominant terroir in the Médoc. Up to ten metres deep with the stuff in some places, there are a few pockets of aeolian black sand and bedrock of limestone to complete the soils. Naturally conducive to the production of the most unbelievable Cabernet Sauvignon, the Grand Vin of Château Lafite Rothschild is frequently composed of up to 90% of the varietal. Couple this with the outstandingly talented team, headed for 40 years by the imperious Charles Chevallier (until 2018), and we have an estate whose strength lies in its being “a spectrum of flavours rather than a strong expression of any particular one” in the words of Chevallier’s replacement, Eric Kohler.
The 1996 vintage onwards heralded some of the best wines in their history; 2003 and 2009 are notably outstanding. Elegant, fresh, with great fruit purity and remarkable ageing potential. The second wine, Carruades de Lafite, has also been intensely collected over the past decade.
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James Suckling (92)
Lots of sweet berries and licorice on the nose. Full body, chewy and rich tannins with an asphalt and dark-berry character. A little loose in the mid-palate, but very pretty already. Excellent for the second wine of Duhart. Try after 2022.Inc. VAT£435.64 -
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Jeb Dunnuck (90-92)
The 2023 Moulin De Duhart is based on 55% Merlot and 45% Cabernet Sauvignon brought up mostly in once-used barrels, 15% being new. It has a deep purple hue as well as terrific aromatics of red plums, currants, smoky tobacco, and spice, and it's medium-bodied, round, supple, and beautifully textured. The tannins are ripe and integrated, and this puppy will drink nicely right out of the gate.Inc. VAT£227.09 -
Jeb Dunnuck (90-92)
The 2023 Moulin De Duhart is based on 55% Merlot and 45% Cabernet Sauvignon brought up mostly in once-used barrels, 15% being new. It has a deep purple hue as well as terrific aromatics of red plums, currants, smoky tobacco, and spice, and it's medium-bodied, round, supple, and beautifully textured. The tannins are ripe and integrated, and this puppy will drink nicely right out of the gate.Inc. VAT£221.09 -
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James Suckling (92)
Lots of sweet berries and licorice on the nose. Full body, chewy and rich tannins with an asphalt and dark-berry character. A little loose in the mid-palate, but very pretty already. Excellent for the second wine of Duhart. Try after 2022.In Bond£347.00 -
In Bond£418.00
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Jeb Dunnuck (90-92)
The 2023 Moulin De Duhart is based on 55% Merlot and 45% Cabernet Sauvignon brought up mostly in once-used barrels, 15% being new. It has a deep purple hue as well as terrific aromatics of red plums, currants, smoky tobacco, and spice, and it's medium-bodied, round, supple, and beautifully textured. The tannins are ripe and integrated, and this puppy will drink nicely right out of the gate.In Bond£170.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (90-92)
The 2023 Moulin De Duhart is based on 55% Merlot and 45% Cabernet Sauvignon brought up mostly in once-used barrels, 15% being new. It has a deep purple hue as well as terrific aromatics of red plums, currants, smoky tobacco, and spice, and it's medium-bodied, round, supple, and beautifully textured. The tannins are ripe and integrated, and this puppy will drink nicely right out of the gate.In Bond£165.00 -
Inc. VAT£3,538.80