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17 Rene Gabriel
99: Tiefes Granat mit lila Reflexen. Fein duftendes, mit Veilchen durchzogenes Bouquet, schöne Fülle, Waldbodensüsse, Brombeerengelee. Im Gaumen sehr saftig, weiche Textur, wieder diese herrlich fruchtige Brombeerennote, noch leicht aufrauhend, aber sehr guter Rückhalt. 17/20 vorbei
17 Rene Gabriel
99: Tiefes Granat mit lila Reflexen. Fein duftendes, mit Veilchen durchzogenes Bouquet, schöne Fülle, Waldbodensüsse, Brombeerengelee. Im Gaumen sehr saftig, weiche Textur, wieder diese herrlich fruchtige Brombeerennote, noch leicht aufrauhend, aber sehr guter Rückhalt. 17/20 vorbei
90 Robert Parker
This has become one of the finest second wines produced. The 1998 (a blend of 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 4.5% Cabernet Franc, and 1.5% Petit Verdot) is an outstanding effort. While very Lafite-like (although more supple and forward), it exhibits a dense ruby/purple color in addition to an excellent bouquet of black fruits, smoke, earth, and minerals, supple tannin, an excellent texture, and a long, fine finish. Anticipated maturity: now-2015.
90 Robert Parker
This has become one of the finest second wines produced. The 1998 (a blend of 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 4.5% Cabernet Franc, and 1.5% Petit Verdot) is an outstanding effort. While very Lafite-like (although more supple and forward), it exhibits a dense ruby/purple color in addition to an excellent bouquet of black fruits, smoke, earth, and minerals, supple tannin, an excellent texture, and a long, fine finish. Anticipated maturity: now-2015.
88 Wine Spectator
Currant bush and light earth aromas follow through to a full body, with polished tannins and a balance of currant and fresh herbs. Attractive, but a bit lean.—'88/'98 Bordeaux blind retrospective (2008). Drink now. 29,165 cases made. –JS
88 Wine Spectator
Currant bush and light earth aromas follow through to a full body, with polished tannins and a balance of currant and fresh herbs. Attractive, but a bit lean.—'88/'98 Bordeaux blind retrospective (2008). Drink now. 29,165 cases made. –JS
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Château Lafite Rothschild
Traditional, elegant, and legendary – are just a few words that can describe the world’s most famous Bordeaux estate, Château Lafite Rothschild. Owned by Domaines Barons de Rothschild since the 1700s, the First Growth estate has remained the “leader among fine wines,” producing top-quality wines for decades. As one of the largest producers in Pauillac, the estate owns over 100-hectares of vineyards planted to 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, and a mere 1% Petit Verdot. Two-thirds of the vineyards form a single plot around the château, while the third parcel intertwines with those of Duhart-Milon. The renowned Médoc winery produces a fragrant and soulful Grand Vin, Château Lafite Rothschild that represents the essential harmony found between man and nature. In the same spirit of distinction, Les Carruades de Lafite Rothschild is produced with a higher content of Merlot, this exceptional wine is much more impressive than an average second label. Both wines benefit from 15 to 20 years of cellaring, to achieve the ultimate unity found between the powerful tannins and the aromas of cedar and cassis fruit.