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2023 Lafite-Rothschild

Wine Details
Place of Origin

France

Pauillac

Bordeaux

Color

Red

Grape/Blend

93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot

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Instead of this First Growth, which is undergoing major renovation work, this year, the primeur tasting was held at Duhart-Milon in the heart of Pauillac town. The last time I was at Lafite-Rothschild, I was with Charles Chevalier, which will give you an idea of how long ago that was. All I vaguely remember is that it was quite dark, though this has been spruced up with a picturesque garden and pond, a tranquil oasis just off the quayside. Eric Kohler discussed the vintage with me. “The key to the vintage was the water because it was a very hot vintage. Thanks to the regular rain, the vines continued their cycle, almost too much at times. We had around 320mm between April and September, and because it was hot, water was necessary. August was not quite as warm, and that is why we have such freshness. The heat wave was a good thing because we might have suffered a lack of concentration without it. September was very hot and the harvest took place under good conditions. For me, it is a charming vintage that reminds me of 2019, though that was not quite as fresh as 2023. Perhaps there is a bit of 2016 or 2020, too? Certainly, it is more classic in style than 2018.”