Château Lafite Rothschild 1989
- Unit price
- 997,33 €per l
D6-1218-1218-89
1989
12.50%
0.75L
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Bordeaux-Pauillac , France
Parker about Château Lafite Rothschild 1989
The forward 1989 offers the tell-tale fragrance of lead pencils, cedar, and curranty fruit, and, for Lafite, unusually high glycerin and alcohol. The wine is easy to taste and appreciate, as it is rich, medium-bodied, expansive, and more supple and obvious than usual. Speculating when it might be in full blossom is no easy chore given its sexy, sensual yet light style. It is somewhere between the 1953 and 1976 in stylistic terms.
Suckling over Château Lafite Rothschild 1989
Château Lafite-Rothschild Pauillac 1989: I have never been a huge fan of this Lafite but it seems to be coming into its own now. It's a wine with a character of cloves and berries with hints of plums. It shows loads of potpourri. Roses too. Full and so balanced. Tight and youthful. The winemaker at Lafite says that when he wants to show someone a perfect example of Pauillac this is the Lafite he pours. Maybe he's right?
Description
| Land | France |
| Region | Bordeaux-Pauillac |
| Rebsorten | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc |
| Alkoholgehalt | 12.50% |
| Füllstand | Into Neck |
| Verschlußart | cork stopper |
| Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
| Farbe | Red |
| Inverkehrbringer | Château Lafite-Rothschild, 33250 Pauillac, France |
| Charakter | Dry |
| Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
| Trinkempfehlung | 2008 - 2040 |
| Parker Punkte | 92 |
| Jahrgang | 1989 |
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Château Lafite Rothschild 1989
The 1989 Château Lafite Rothschild is an outstanding Bordeaux wine from the renowned Pauillac appellation. As one of the five Premier Grand Cru Classé wineries, Château Lafite Rothschild enjoys a legendary worldwide reputation for producing wines of the highest quality and elegance. The 1989 vintage in Bordeaux was outstanding overall and is prized for its exceptional ripeness and concentration.
The Château Lafite Rothschild 1989 displays a deep, dark garnet color with light brick-red reflections, indicating its maturity. The bouquet is incredibly complex and seductive, with dominant aromas of black currants, plums, and cherries. These fruit notes are accompanied by subtle secondary aromas such as cedar wood, cigar box, tobacco, and a hint of violet. With time in the glass, additional nuances of leather, graphite, and truffle develop, further enhancing the aromatic depth and complexity of this wine.
On the palate, the Château Lafite Rothschild 1989 presents itself with remarkable finesse and balance. The tannins are ripe and silky, perfectly integrated, and give the wine an elegant structure. The lively acidity provides freshness and supports the fruit flavors, which are complemented by layers of mocha, chocolate, and a subtle minerality. The wine exhibits an exceptionally long finish, harmonious and complex, with lingering aromas of dark fruits and delicate spices.
This wine has proven to be extremely age-worthy and can be aged for many more years to develop its full depth and complexity. Decanting before consumption is recommended to fully appreciate its aromas. Ideal for very special occasions, the Château Lafite Rothschild 1989 represents the highest art of winemaking, a true masterpiece that reflects the excellence and distinctive character of this legendary winery.