Château Lafite Rothschild

Pauillac

2009

Blend

82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot

Wine designation

Château Lafite Rothschild, Red, 2009
Category: Pauillac, 1er Grand Cru Classé, Bordeaux

Food pairing

To pair with rack of lamb, beef tenderloin, game meats and duck breast with figs.
Data sheet

Château Lafite Rothschild

Pauillac

2009

Tasting notes

A deep bouquet of black fruits and licorice. Full-bodied and round on the palate, already expressive, then tightening up to reveal its power and liveliness. Its youthfulness does not hide its energy, but elegance and complexity are already there!

Vineyard

Vineyard size: 112 hectares
Soil composition: Calcareous, sandy and gravel-based soils.

Winemaking

Fermentation container: Wooden vats
Maceration technique: Vatting time 15-20 days with temperature control.
Aging: Oak barrels
18 months in new oak.
Type of oak: French

Heritage in the vineyard

Domaine

Dating to the 13th century, but gaining notoriety during the 17th century thanks to the De Ségur family. Starting during the 18th century, the Marquis Nicolas Alexandre de Ségur focused on consolidating early successes and improving winemaking techniques. Earning the château the title of « the King’s wine » before being classified first growth in 1855. In 1868, the estate was acquired by Baron James de Rothschild.
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Green in the vineyard

Environmental practices

The Domaine Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) were awarded B Corp certification, a significant milestone in their commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. The certification requires companies to meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.