2006 Château Lafite-Rothschild, 1er Cru Pauillac

2006 Château Lafite-Rothschild, 1er Cru Pauillac

Still something of an unsung hero. The 2006 Lafite-Rothschild was one of those classically proportioned vintages from this Château; it exuded refinement but was possibly outgunned by richer, bolder more powerful examples when tasted prior to its en primeur release in spring 2007. If the prerequisites for a great wine are harmony, refinement, purity, proportion and length of flavour with sufficient structure to reward long-term ageing, then 2006 Chateau Lafite-Rothschild is surely one. A classic in the truest meaning of the word. Opaque in the glass, Lafite shows beautiful scents of blackcurrant, tobacco leaf and minerals. The palate is bold and expansive, with a taut tannic structure that is veiled by appealing pure, dusky black fruit. A classical, majestic Lafite with fine potential. Robert Parker Score: 97 points

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Wine details

  • Region & country
    Pauillac, Médoc, Bordeaux, France
  • Maturity
    Ready 2014 - 2026info
  • Colour
    Red
  • Sweetness
    Dry
  • Style
    Still
  • Unit Volume
    Bottle (75cl.)
  • ABV
    12.5%
  • Classification
    Premier Cru

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