How to properly serve and taste a bottle of Château Lafite Rothschild?
To fully enjoy a bottle of Château Lafite Rothschild, a few precautions are in order. It is recommended to serve it at a temperature between 16 and 18°C, ideal for revealing its full aromatic complexity. For recent vintages or great years such as 1995 or 2005, a minimum decanting of one to two hours is advised in order to oxygenate the wine and allow its aromas to fully develop. A Bordeaux glass, wide and slightly narrowed towards the top, is the most suitable format. In terms of food and wine pairings, it pairs wonderfully with noble red meats, game, or hard aged cheeses.
