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The Château Lafite Rothschild 1985, Premier Grand Cru Classé, is sourced from deep gravels in Pauillac. Nose of tobacco, cedar and red fruits after 18 to 20 months in new barrels. Silky, mineral and fresh palate. Ideal until 2040 with sauced meats or truffles.
Nestled in the heart of Pauillac, this legendary estate has embodied Bordeaux excellence since the 17th century, under the stewardship of the Rothschild family since 1868.
- Terroir : Deep gravels and limestone soils of the Médoc, where sandy and chalky terroirs sculpt wines of rare minerality and timeless elegance.
- Vinification : A precise blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and complementary grape varieties, aged 18 to 20 months in new barrels for a silky structure and aromatic complexity.
Tasting notes for Château Lafite Rothschild 1985
- To the eye : A deep garnet robe with tawny highlights, of a velvety density, where light dances on slow and generous legs.
- On the nose : First fresh notes of blackcurrant and wild blackberry, then deeper effluves of blonde tobacco, cedar and pencil lead, lifted by a saline touch and a hint of damp undergrowth.
- On the palate : A silky, almost caressing attack, where the fine and taut tannins intertwine with a lively acidity and a chalky minerality, before a long and persistent finish marked by aromas of liquorice and aged leather.
Serve at 16–18°C in a Bordeaux glass to release its full complexity.
1985 Vintage
A vintage of balance and refinement, where the ripeness of the grapes gave birth to wines of classic elegance, combining power and finesse.
- Ageing potential : To be enjoyed until 2040, provided it is stored in a cool cellar (12–14°C), away from light and vibrations.
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