Château Lafite Rothschild 2022

    Château Lafite Rothschild 2022

    Bordeaux • Pauillac • 1st Classified Growth • Red

    £825.00 tax included
    £825.00 tax included
    £825.00 / unit
    Packaging : 1 x 75cl - Wooden Crate

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    Description

    • Country France
    • Region Bordeaux
    • Appellation Pauillac
    • Color Red
    • Alcohol 13
    • Vintage 2022
    • Grape varieties 94% Cabernet Sauvignon5% Merlot1% Petit Verdot

    Château Lafite Rothschild 2022 is an exceptional wine that embodies the quintessence of the Pauillac appellation. Located in the Bordeaux wine region, this prestigious estate is renowned for its unique terroir and time-honored winemaking expertise. With a majority of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, its wines are celebrated for their complexity, finesse, and longevity. This vintage promises an unforgettable sensory experience, revealing the soul of the Bordeaux terroir.

    Notes and pairings

    Notes and pairings

    Tasting notes

    Its color is a deep, intense red. On the nose, aromas of ripe black fruit mingle with notes of cedar and spice. On the palate, it reveals a beautiful tannic structure, with a crisp attack and a persistent finish, evoking nuances of dark chocolate and licorice. The length on the palate is exceptional, promising impressive aging potential.

    Food & wine pairings

    This wine pairs perfectly with grilled beef fillet or duck breast with cherries.
    Producer

    Producer

    The vineyards of Château Lafite Rothschild stretch across gravelly soils, typical of the Pauillac appellation. The soil, composed of gravel, clay, and limestone, contributes to the unique expression of the cultivated grape varieties. The temperate oceanic climate, with hot summers and mild winters, promotes a slow and even ripening of the grapes. This exceptional terroir, combined with time-honored expertise, yields grapes of outstanding quality, essential to the production of such renowned wines.

    Owner and history

    Château Lafite Rothschild is currently owned by the Rothschild family, who have preserved the heritage and excellence of this iconic estate. Since 1868, the Rothschilds have implemented sustainable and innovative practices while respecting the traditions that have made this wine famous. Their commitment to quality and the environment is evident in every bottle, reflecting an unwavering passion for wine and the terroir.

    Vinification and aging

    Winemaking at Château Lafite Rothschild is a meticulous process, blending tradition and innovation. The grapes are harvested by hand and then carefully sorted to retain only the finest. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel and oak vats, allowing for a gentle extraction of tannins. Aging, lasting approximately 18 months, occurs in French oak barrels, some of which are renewed annually. This attention to detail at every stage guarantees wines of great complexity and rare elegance.

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    The team's opinion

    A Lafite of sovereign elegance, combining aromatic purity, precision and infinite depth.

    • Serving temperature 16–18 °C

    • Climax 2030 à 2050

    Wine profile

    • complex
    • timber frame
    • mineral