Ratings & Tasting Notes:

100 points Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

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 unlock intoxicating scents of blackcurrant cordial, baked plums and black cherry compote with an undercurrent of dark chocolate, licorice, cast-iron pan, cedar chest and fertile loam, plus a waft of pencil lead. The delicately crafted, medium-bodied palate is dripping with class, featuring layers of mineral-laced black fruits and exquisitely ripe, singularly Lafite tannins, finishing with epic length and depth. This simply stunning, delicately crafted expression of 2018 with its singularly evocative imprint of Lafite will require a good 7-8 years in bottle, then should continue to inspire awe over the following 40+ years. (LPB)

100 points The Wine Independent

The 2018 Lafite Rothschild is deep garnet-purple in color. It needs a little swirling to unlock notes of baked plums, boysenberry preserves, and crème de cassis, with touches of menthol, Indian spices and smoked meats. Medium to full-bodied, the palate delivers mouth-filling, spicy black fruits with velvety tannins and a long, energetic finish. (LPB)

100 points Wine Enthusiast

An immensely structured wine, this is complex, concentrated and yet so contained. The wine impresses with its balance, layers of succulent black-currant fruits and effortless style. *Top Cellar Selections of 2021* (RV)

99 points James Suckling

Wow. The aromas are so intense and refined at the same time, offering gorgeous blackcurrant, lead-pencil and orchid character. Such purity of fruit. Sleek and finely polished with a fine cut to the tannins that provide such grace and glamor. Yet, it’s got the power and structure to age for decades. On and on.

Cult Wines International Notes:

Château Lafite Rothschild, one of only four classified First Growths in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, stands as a symbol of unparalleled finesse and sophistication in the world of wine. Since its acquisition by the Rothschild family in 1868, this Pauillac estate has consistently produced wines of exceptional quality, captivating wine lovers worldwide. Now, over 170 years later, Château Lafite Rothschild continues to exemplify the pinnacle of Bordeaux winemaking, captivating generations with its timeless elegance and unwavering commitment to excellence.

Terroir & Winemaking Excellence

Nestled in the heart of Pauillac, the vineyard benefits from a distinctive blend of gravel, clay, and limestone, creating a terroir perfectly suited for Cabernet Sauvignon. The 112-hectare estate, divided into distinct parcels, includes the prized hillside vineyards contributing to the Grand Vin and the Carruades plateau, source of the second wine, Carruades de Lafite.

Lafite Rothschild employs meticulous winemaking practices, including the production of their own barriques in their cooperage, ensuring the highest quality standards are met at every stage.

The Grand Vin: A Timeless Icon

Château Lafite Rothschild, the estate’s flagship wine, is renowned for its elegance, complexity, and remarkable aging potential. This iconic Bordeaux blend, dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, exhibits exquisite aromas of cassis, cedar, and tobacco, evolving with grace over decades.

Bottle Size:

750 mL

Storage History:

Always stored on its side in a climate-controlled cellar.

Condition:

Please note: The bottle shown is the exact bottle being sold. A tiny label tear in the upper right corner. Otherwise,  outstanding condition.