Wine prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest shop price | 2019 / 750ml | ≈ $60.19Original CHF 49.75 | arvi.ch ↗ |
2022 Technical Specifications
Region Pauillac
Soil Diverse terroirs that are more clay-rich than lafite's classic terroirs
Orientation Northern Exposure; Cooler And Later-Ripening
Fermentation Vessels Wooden, concrete and stainless-steel vats
Oak Types French oak
Production Details Traditional Bordeaux vinification with gentle, tank-specific pumping-over and approximately 20 days of total maceration; after malolactic fermentation, maturation lasts approximately 16 months in French-oak barrels made by Tonnelleries des Domaines in Pauillac.
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2021 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Merlot 100%
Region Pauillac
Harvest Dates The latest Merlot parcels were harvested on September 28, 2021
Sites Mayne Martin 1919, a century-old-vine plot, contributed balance; Fondalin was excluded because it did not reach sufficient maturity
Tasting Notes Bright garnet color; fruit and freshness supported by supple, balanced tannins and good length
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2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.14%
pH 3.72
Total Acidity 3.59 g/L
Grape Varieties Merlot 63%, Cabernet Sauvignon 37%
Region Pauillac
Fermentation Vessels Wooden, concrete and stainless-steel vats
Oak Types French oak
Production Details Gentle, tank-specific pumping-over and approximately 20 days of total maceration; after malolactic fermentation, maturation lasts approximately 16 months in French-oak barrels made by Tonnelleries des Domaines in Pauillac.
Tasting Notes Young, restrained nose; broad, rich attack; harmonious profile with firm tannins and ageing potential
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2019 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.34%
pH 3.54
Total Acidity 3.6 g/L
Grape Varieties Merlot 85%, Cabernet Sauvignon 15%
Drinking Window 2024–2030
Region Pauillac
Vineyard Yield 35 hL/ha
Harvest Dates Merlot was harvested September 21–23, 2019; Cabernet Sauvignon harvesting continued through October 4, 2019
Fermentation Vessels Wooden, concrete and stainless-steel vats
Oak Types French oak
Production Details Gentle, tank-specific pumping-over and approximately 20 days of total maceration; after malolactic fermentation, maturation lasts approximately 16 months in French-oak barrels made by Tonnelleries des Domaines in Pauillac.
Tasting Notes Rich, intense and expressive nose with ripe and fresh notes; dense yet lively attack, present integrated tannins and a long finish
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2018 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
pH 3.63
Total Acidity 3.62 g/L
Grape Varieties Merlot 48%, Cabernet Sauvignon 39%, Petit Verdot 13%
Drinking Window 2023–2028
Region Pauillac
Fermentation Vessels Wooden, concrete and stainless-steel vats
Oak Types French oak
Production Details Gentle, tank-specific pumping-over and approximately 20 days of total maceration; after malolactic fermentation, maturation lasts approximately 16 months in French-oak barrels made by Tonnelleries des Domaines in Pauillac.
Tasting Notes Deep, nearly black color; intense cherry, smoky and spicy notes; generous volume, structure, freshness and a long Pauillac-style finish
2015 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.5%
pH 3.5
Total Acidity 3.6 g/L
Grape Varieties Merlot 60%, Cabernet Sauvignon 40%
Region Pauillac
Vineyard Yield 42 hL/ha
Fermentation Vessels Wooden, concrete and stainless-steel vats
Oak Types French oak
Production Details Gentle, tank-specific pumping-over and approximately 20 days of total maceration; after malolactic fermentation, maturation lasts approximately 16 months in French-oak barrels made by Tonnelleries des Domaines in Pauillac.
Tasting Notes Deep, dark color; intense nose with camphor notes from barrel maturation; discreet attack opening into amplitude with structured tannins
2014 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Merlot 54%, Cabernet Sauvignon 46%
Region Pauillac
Production Details Strict sorting was used to retain only the best grapes after uneven onset of ripening created differences among bunches on the same vine.
Tasting Notes Deep, dark color; expressive tobacco notes; lively, fresh attack with ripe fruit, good concentration, round tannins and a balanced finish
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Producer Information
Address
Château Lafite Rothschild, 33250 Pauillac, France
Phone
+33 (0)5 56 73 18 18
Owner
Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
Cellarmaster
Eric Kohler