Parker about Château Lafon-Rochet 2003
One of the better wines (and also reasonably priced) to emerge from this property over recent years, this dense ruby/purple-colored wine shows a complex nose of earth, underbrush, creosote, creme de cassis, and dried herbs. Sporting a new yellow/orange label that matches the dramatic paint job on the chateau itself, the wine has a deep ruby/purple color, medium to full body, fine ripeness as well as purity, and moderate tannin in the finish.
Description
Land | France |
Region | Bordeaux Saint-Estèphe |
Rebsorten | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc |
Alkoholgehalt | 14.00% |
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 | 2015 - 2038 |
Parker Punkte | 90 |
Jahrgang | 2003 |
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Château Lafon-Rochet 2003

Château Lafon-Rochet 2003 is an impressive wine from the Saint-Estèphe appellation in the Bordeaux region. The 2003 vintage, marked by an exceptionally hot summer, produced wines characterized by their rich fruitiness and powerful structure.
The wine displays a deep, almost impenetrable ruby red color, which indicates its concentration and intensity. The bouquet is intense and complex, with seductive aromas of ripe black fruits such as cassis, blackberries, and plums. These are complemented by elegant notes of cedarwood, tobacco, and graphite, as well as subtle hints of spices, vanilla, and roasted coffee beans, which add additional depth to the wine.
On the palate, Château Lafon-Rochet 2003 presents itself as powerful yet smooth, with impressive structure and well-integrated, fine-grained tannins. The fruit flavors are opulent and harmonious, supported by nuances of dark chocolate, mocha, and a fine mineral note. The well-balanced acidity gives the wine a lively freshness that underlines its complexity and contributes to its longevity.
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 2003 is already a delight and will only gain further finesse and complexity with age. A wine of exceptional quality and elegance that impressively reflects the characteristics of the Saint-Estèphe appellation and delights wine lovers around the world.