- Unit price
- 126,67 €per l
D6-1815-1815-96
1996
12.50%
0.75L
Merlot 56%, Cabernet Sauvignon 40%, Cabernet Franc 4%
Bordeaux Saint-Estèphe , France
Parker about Château Lafon-Rochet 1996
The 1996 Lafon-Rochet is a wine that I had not tasted for nearly a decade. It was always a modest 1996 Saint Estèphe. The nose is pleasant with blackberry and briary aromas, cedar and sandalwood, but perhaps what is missing vigor. You almost end up giving it a kick up the rear to offer more intensity. The palate is well balanced and delivers a pleasant fleshy mouthfeel. It feels saline in the mouth with a generous pinch of black pepper towards the finish. This is drinking beautifully now and if your expectations and not lofty, you will enjoy this Lafon-Rochet that is à point.
Description
| Land | France |
| Region | Bordeaux Saint-Estèphe |
| Rebsorten | Merlot 56%, Cabernet Sauvignon 40%, Cabernet Franc 4% |
| Alkoholgehalt | 12.50% |
| Füllstand | Into Neck |
| Verschlußart | cork stopper |
| Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
| Farbe | Red |
| Inverkehrbringer | Château Lafon-Rochet, Rte de Blanquet, 33180 Saint-Estèphe, France |
| Charakter | Dry |
| Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
| Trinkempfehlung | 2016 - 2036 |
| Parker Punkte | 89 |
| Jahrgang | 1996 |
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Château Lafon-Rochet 1996
Château Lafon-Rochet 1996 is a remarkable wine from the Saint-Estèphe appellation in the Bordeaux region, known for its robustness and elegance. The 1996 vintage is particularly appreciated for its structure and aging potential and represents an excellent representation of the estate.
The wine displays a deep ruby red color, reflecting its concentration and complexity. The bouquet is rich and complex, with intense aromas of ripe black fruits such as cassis, blackberries, and plums, complemented by subtle notes of cedarwood, tobacco, and graphite. Subtle spice notes and a hint of leather add additional depth and character.
On the palate, Château Lafon-Rochet 1996 presents itself powerfully and structured, with well-integrated, fine-grained tannins that lend the wine an elegant and smooth texture. The fruit aromas are full and harmonious, supported by nuances of dark chocolate, mocha, and a fine mineral note. The acidity is well-balanced, giving the wine a lively freshness that underlines its complexity.
The finish is long and persistent, with elegant 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 impressive potential for further aging and development over many years.
Château Lafon-Rochet 1996 is already a true delight and will only improve with age. A wine of exceptional finesse, depth, and refinement, it impressively reflects the quality and tradition of the Saint-Estèphe appellation and delights wine lovers around the world.