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★ Jeb Dunnuck 97 • Wine Spectator 98 • Vinous 95 • James Suckling 100 • Wine Advocate 96

LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 1er Grand cru classé Pauillac Bordeaux rouge 2005

Red

€675,00 / 75cl inc. VAT | Limited availability

In 2005, Lafite Rothschild displays a mature elegance, where black cherry intertwines with notes of noble undergrowth and a touch of sweet pepper. The structure, melted and silky, promises a beautiful evolution, revealing the precision of this vintage built to stand the test of time.

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Appellation: Pauillac
Region: Bordeaux
Country: France
Grape varieties: Bordeaux Blend Red
Alcohol: N/A
Color: Red
Condition: Perfect

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Jeb Dunnuck Tasting Note

The 2005 Château Lafite-Rothschild is a beauty, and it has that quintessential power paired with incredible elegance and complexity that this Château does so well. Based on 89% Cabernet Sauvignon and 11% Merlot, it has perfumed notes of red and black fruits, freshly sharpened pencils, saddle leather, graphite, and spice. These all carry to a medium to full-bodied 2005 that has a layered, balanced mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and a great finish. It stays relatively focused and tight on the palate, and benefits from air. Drink bottles any time over the coming 20-30 years.

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About the Producer

About the Producer

Château Lafite Rothschild stands out in Pauillac as one of the most accomplished expressions of great Bordeaux wine, rooted in a terroir of deep gravel that gives Cabernet Sauvignon rare poise and finesse. Heir to an ancient history, celebrated under the Ségur family before entering the Rothschild orbit, the estate has built an identity where prestige never takes precedence over precision. In the northern Médoc, it cultivates a racy, nuanced style, always driven by freshness, cedar, graphite, and that lingering finish that allows the wine to endure. Under the guidance of the Rothschild family and the teams that watch over the vineyard today, Château Lafite Rothschild continues a highly refined interpretation of its plots and aging process. The "grand vin" remains the beating heart of the property, while Carruades de Lafite offers a more supple and immediate variation without blurring the estate's hierarchy. The silhouette of the château, its anchor in Pauillac, and its reputation as a wine of the court compose a living heritage rather than a mere myth. Château Lafite Rothschild thus remains a major reference for those seeking a Pauillac of great aging potential, serene depth, and lasting elegance.

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