- Unit price
- 1.720,00 €per l
D6-1218-1218-96
1996
12.50%
0.75L
Cabernet Sauvignon 83%, Merlot 7%, Cabernet Franc 7%, Petit Verdot 3%
Bordeaux-Pauillac , France
Parker about Château Lafite Rothschild 1996
The 1996 Lafite-Rothschild was remarkably deep in color considering that it is now 20 years in age. The bouquet is classic Pauillac with pencil shavings and sous-bois infusing the black fruit, masculine and a little aloof, yet focused and very well delineated. The palate is very well balanced with crisp blackberry and boysenberry fruit, spicier than I recollect, a crescendo of flavors so that it understated at first but fans seems out with a sense of confidence towards the finish. I think this still has more to give so cellar it away for another 5-8 years if you can, but otherwise this is an exemplary Lafite-Rothschild that I can envisage getting better and better in bottle, if not quite as enthralling as either Mouton-Rothschild or Château Margaux. Tasted July 2016.
Description
| Land | France |
| Region | Bordeaux-Pauillac |
| Rebsorten | Cabernet Sauvignon 83%, Merlot 7%, Cabernet Franc 7%, Petit Verdot 3% |
| 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 | 2012 - 2050 |
| Parker Punkte | 98 |
| Jahrgang | 1996 |
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Château Lafite Rothschild 1996
Château Lafite Rothschild 1996 is an iconic wine from the Pauillac appellation in the Bordeaux region. The 1996 vintage is considered exceptional, especially for northern Médoc wines, known for their structure, elegance, and longevity.
The wine presents itself in a deep ruby red with purple reflections, underscoring its youth and concentration. The bouquet is impressive and complex, with intense aromas of black currants, blackberries, and cassis, accompanied by elegant notes of cedarwood, tobacco, and a hint of graphite. Subtle hints of spices, truffles, and leather add additional depth and complexity.
On the palate, Château Lafite Rothschild 1996 is powerful yet silky, with impressive structure and perfectly integrated, fine-grained tannins. The fruit flavors are lush and harmonious, supported by nuances of dark chocolate, mocha, and a mineral note. The well-balanced acidity gives the wine a lively freshness and contributes to its exceptional longevity.
The finish is remarkably long and elegant, with lingering fruit and spice notes that delight the palate long after the last sip. The harmonious balance between fruit, tannin, and acidity demonstrates this wine's immense potential for further decades of aging and development.
Château Lafite Rothschild 1996 is already a true masterpiece and will only improve with age. A wine of exceptional refinement, depth, and beauty, it impressively reflects the tradition and quality of the Pauillac appellation and delights wine lovers around the world.