Parker about Château Lafite Rothschild 2005
While the 2005 is another brilliantly classic Lafite Rothschild, for my taste, it comes in slightly behind their extraordinarily opulent 2003 as well as the dramatically powerful 2000. A blend of 89% Cabernet Sauvignon and 11% Merlot, the 2005 boasts a dark ruby/purple color in addition to that exceptional Lafite perfume of graphite, spring flowers, crushed rocks, and sweet black cherry and black Currant fruit that exudes class and nobility. The wine is medium-bodied with extremely high levels of tannin in addition to sensational purity, length, and overall harmony. However, it is exceptionally backward, and even more tannic than either the 1995 or 1996.
Suckling over Château Lafite Rothschild 2005
An incredible nose, so subtle with red fruits, mint, minerals, and all sorts of flowers give way to Cohiba cigar tobacco. The palate has such freshness and density, with perfectly polished tannins. Slightly leathery, like a wonderful Hermes bag. What a wine, please leave this for another ten years. Pull the cork in 2020. 10% Merlot. Find the wine
Description
| Land | France |
| Region | Bordeaux-Pauillac |
| Rebsorten | Cabernet Sauvignon 89%, Merlot 11% |
| Alkoholgehalt | 13.50% |
| 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 | 2020 - 2060 |
| Parker Punkte | 96+ |
| Jahrgang | 2005 |
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Château Lafite Rothschild 2005
Château Lafite Rothschild 2005 is an exceptional Bordeaux wine from the famous Pauillac appellation, known as one of the five Premier Cru Classé estates of the Bordeaux wine classification of 1855. The 2005 vintage is considered one of the finest vintages in recent history and has earned a special place among wine connoisseurs due to its exceptional quality and remarkable aging potential.
The Château Lafite Rothschild winery, located in the heart of Pauillac in the Bordeaux region, enjoys a legendary reputation and stands for excellence and tradition.
The Château Lafite Rothschild 2005 reveals an impressive array of aromas in the glass: dark fruits such as cassis and blackberries dominate, accompanied by seductive notes of tobacco, cedarwood, and a subtle spice. On the palate, the wine unfolds as both powerful and elegant, with smooth, fine tannins and a harmonious structure that leads to a long, complex finish.
The ageing potential of this vintage is remarkable. The 2005 Lafite can be aged for several decades, continually developing in complexity and depth. Over time, additional layers of aromas and textures unfold, making the wine a true delight for those with patience.