| Classification | Cru Classe |
| Type | Red |
| Producer | Chateau Lafite Rothschild |
| Vintage | 2001 |
| Country | France |
| Main region | Bordeaux |
| Region | Pauillac |
| Grape | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Bordeaux Blend |
| Volume | 0,75 |
| Condition | Perfect |
| Label | Perfect |
| Drinkable | -2020 |
| Stock | 0 |
| Condition | Perfect |
| Label | Bin stained |
| Condition | Perfect |
| Label | Slightly damaged |
| Condition | Perfect |
| Label | Slightly damaged |
The 2001 Lafite Rothschild’s deep, saturated plum/purple color is accompanied by lead pencil liqueur-like notes intermixed with sweet red and black currants, plums, and cedar. This blend of 86.5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 13.5% Merlot is a classic example of Lafite. Extremely elegant, medium-bodied, with intense concentration, richness, and sweet tannin, it appears to be on a rapid evolutionary track, at least in comparison to recent Lafite vintages that have been far more backward and powerful. The classy 2001 should be at its finest between 2007-2020.
Stick your nose in this and it says something¿'I am special.' Deep and generous aromas of blackberries, fresh tobacco and minerals. It's full-bodied, with big velvety tannins and a superlong finish. Like a fine cashmere sweater.
Rene Gabriel rates this wine 19/20 points.