Lafite Rothschild 2014

Chateau Lafite Rothschild's 2014 is a more extrovert, opulent expression of this legendary Pauillac first growth compared to recent vintages.

The wine shows an opulent and outgoing bouquet with layers of blackberry and boysenberry fruit, backed by hints of plum, cinnamon, wild flowers and exotic spices. The medium-bodied palate offers crisp, fine-grained tannin and plenty of black fruit laced with cedar and tobacco, giving a rich, powerful wine with superb depth, nuance and class that is still unfolding.

• Producer: Chateau Lafite Rothschild
• Country: France
• Region: Bordeaux
• Appellation: Pauillac
• Vintage: 2014
• Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant Bordeaux blend, typically with Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot
• Bottle size: 75cl
• Alcohol: 12.5% ABV
• Style: Full-bodied dry red wine, still developing with further cellaring potential
• Serving temperature: 16-18C
• Decanting: Decant 1 hour before serving to soften youthful tannins
• Food pairing: Roast beef fillet, lamb cutlets, hard aged cheeses
• Storage: Store horizontally in a cool, dark place with a stable temperature
• Drinking window: Built for extended cellaring; will continue to develop well beyond 2035