{"product_id":"chateau-lafite-rothschild-2022","title":"Chateau Lafite Rothschild 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e96+ Pts William Kelley, Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e 'To my palate, the 2021 Lafite Rothschild has emerged as the finest of the Pauillac first growths this year. Wafting from the glass with aromas of dark minty berries mingled with notions of iris, licorice and cigar box, it's medium to full-bodied, deep and concentrated, with a velvety attack that segues into an elegantly dense and structured mid-palate that's nicely framed by sweet but abundant tannins, concluding with a long, penetrating finish. Drink 2031-2065.'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97-98 Pts James Suckling '\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolished and refined with a firm, fine and linear tannin structure. Harmonious. Perfumed violets, roses and subtle licorice. All in balance here, with precise layers of black fruit, minerals and pencil lead. Rather seamless. Firm, yet fine and sleek to the end. Very classy. Fine-velvet texture. 96% cabernet sauvignon, 3% merlot and 1% petit verdot.'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Pts Jame Anson\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e '\u003cspan\u003eDeep in colour, has grip and presence. Loganberry, blueberry, wet stones, hawthorn, forest floor, this is a long-ageing Lafite, not one that I would rush to open. It delivers tannic power from beginning to end, with density and juice and length, a reminder that Lafite manages to perform strongly in so many different styles of vintage. Delivering right at the very top of Pauillac. 1st year organic conversion. 90% new oak. No frost at the estate, yields of 34hl\/h, harvest September 22 to October 8. 40% 1st wine.'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e17.5+ William Lawther MW, jancisrobinson.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e '\u003cspan\u003e96% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot. 33 hl\/ha. Cask sample. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep crimson hue. Customary elegance rather than power. Perfumed nose, attractive fruit and a surprising density of tannin (15% press wine to bolster the structure). Quite discreet and measured in its form but good length and should improve further in bottle. (JL) 12.6% \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrink 2030 – 2050'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Details\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariety\u003c\/strong\u003e -\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry\u003c\/strong\u003e - France\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion\u003c\/strong\u003e - Bordeaux\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSub Region - \u003c\/strong\u003ePauillac\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtra\u003c\/strong\u003e - Cork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear\u003c\/strong\u003e - 2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolume\u003c\/strong\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e750ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003ca href=\"#pro_more_desc\" id=\"more_desc_btn\"\u003eAbout the Wine Maker \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/4211\/3208\/files\/right-arrow_480x480.jpg?v=1647847041\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pro_more_desc\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Lafite Rothschild is an iconic first-growth property in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France. It achieved its top-tier rank in 1855 and has been in the Rothschild family since 1868. Today, Lafite is headed up by Saskia de Rothschild, daughter of long-time steward Baron Eric de Rothschild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe property is located at the northern tip of Pauillac, separated by St Estèphe by marshland and the Jalle de Breuil stream. Two areas of the vineyard are particularly notable: the gravel plateau, which is the heart of the grand vin; and the Plateau de Carruades, from which Lafite’s second wine takes its name. The vineyard is planted mostly to Cabernet Sauvignon (70%), along with Merlot (25%), Cabernet Franc (3%) and Petit Verdot (2%).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA new cellar was completed here in time for the 2011 harvest, with a combination of stainless steel and concrete tanks, of varying sizes. The barrels come from Lafite’s own cooperage, located not far from the property.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to its 110 hectares of vines, the estate has 300 hectares of woods and marshes. The team consider this to be an integral part of the ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Lafite Rothschild is B Corp Certified. They’re part of a global community of businesses that meet high standards of social and environmental impact. BBR\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lafite Rothschild","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54026524819640,"sku":"SKU-020926032315","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/4211\/3208\/files\/2E18FF92-32D6-4414-9238-1D9630AA88DC.jpg?v=1788320944","url":"https:\/\/www.vauclusecellars.com.au\/products\/chateau-lafite-rothschild-2022","provider":"Vaucluse Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}