Carruades de Lafite Rothschild 2009 Chateau Lafite Rothschild

Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Brand	Chateau Lafite Rothschild
Vintage	2009
Country	France
Region	Bordeaux, Pauillac
Grape	Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Bordeaux Blend
Volume	0,75
Condition	From Original Wooden Case
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	-2040
Stock	0
Volume	0,75
Condition	From Original Wooden Case
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	-2040
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (93)

Of course, the wine to buy in order to get a look at the Lafite Rothschild style and personality is their second wine, Carruades de Lafite, which has become very fashionable in Asia, causing the prices to soar. A very strong effort, the 2009 Carruades de Lafite may be the finest Carruades since the 2003. A blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Merlot and tiny amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it reveals lots of sweet cassis intermixed with subtle smoke and forest floor, undeniable lusciousness and full-bodied hedonism. The wood component is pushed to the background, and the wine is extremely viscous, round and delicious. Additional complexity should continue to emerge over the next decade and this 2009 should keep for 20-30 years.

Winespectator (92)

This has a lightly firm coating of cocoa powder and roasted cedar, with the core of red and black currant and fig paste held at bay for now. Stays taut through the finish, but good cut and weight and an alluring tobacco note make this worth waiting out.

Rene Gabriel (18)

Rene Gabriel rates this wine 18/20 points.

BOW (8.25)