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Chateau Lafite Rothchild 1er Cru Classe - Pauillac 2022

Name: Chateau Lafite Rothchild 1er Cru Classe - Pauillac
Brand: Pauillac
SKU: Sagna-Z40/22
Price: 1237.08 EUR
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Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon; Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot · Premier Grand Cru Classé (1855) — AOC Pauillac · 75 cl · 2022

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1.237,08 €

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Technical information

Producer	Pauillac
Name	Premier Grand Cru Classé (1855) — AOC Pauillac
Variety	Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon; Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Vintage	2022
Gradation	13.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Black fruits, cassis, graphite, cedar, tobacco, mineral notes
Vinification method	Fermentation 15 days (26–27°C); malolactic; blending and barrel ageing
Region	Bordeaux, Médoc (Pauillac)
Production area	Pauillac: Lafite plateau and Carruades; Saint-Estèphe parcel
Country	France
Type	Red wine
Aging	Aged 15 months in new French oak barriques
Type of cask	New French oak barriques (Tonnellerie des Domaines)
Color	Deep ruby red with garnet reflections
Serving temperature	16–18 °C (60–65 °F)
Pairing	Roast red meat, lamb, game, aged cheeses

Descrizione

Château Lafite Rothschild is a red wine of great prestige, classified Premier Cru Classé and produced in the Pauillac appellation. Known for its elegance and refined sensory profile, it offers a balance between concentration and finesse. In the glass one can expect complex aromas that develop over time, with a structure that highlights depth without feeling heavy. There is an interplay of ripe fruit and more earthy notes, supported by measured tannins and an acid frame that facilitates balance.

It pairs well with hearty dishes such as red meats, game birds or aged cheeses, and is also suited to contemplative tasting moments when appreciating its development in bottle. It is recommended to serve it at a moderate cellar temperature and, when possible, to open the bottle some time before drinking to allow the aromas to open. For those with cellar space, the bottle can offer additional complexity over time; in any case, its profile requires careful storage. Intended for those seeking a representative example of Pauillac production, it remains a reference for those who value wines with long-term development.

The winery

Pauillac – Winery in Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux

Discover the story and wines of Pauillac.

A communal appellation of the Médoc (Bordeaux), renowned for structured, elegant red wines, with a strong presence of Châteaux classified in 1855.

Region: Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux

Country: France

Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec, Carménère

AOC appellation recognized since 1936. It is home to three of the 1855 classification's Premier Cru classés. A predominance of Cabernet Sauvignon in the blends, with wines known for their structure and aging potential. Soils: mainly gravel, sand and clay; temperate oceanic climate. Approximately 47 producers and a vineyard area of 1,200–1,222 hectares.

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Winery history

Pauillac established its reputation thanks to port trade along the Gironde and the famed 1855 Classification, which elevated numerous local châteaux. The appellation was officially recognized as an AOC in 1936 and has since built a strong international reputation for its age-worthy wines.

Production philosophy

Pauillac expresses a winemaking style focused on structure, concentration and ageing potential. Viticulture and vinification aim to showcase the gravelly terroir of the Left Bank, with blends dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon to achieve power and elegance.

Terroir and vineyards

Located on the left bank of the Gironde in the Haut-Médoc, the area is characterized by gravelly soils mixed with sand and clay, marked topographical variation and a temperate oceanic climate that favor the ripening of red wine grapes.