{"title":"Château Lafite Rothschild","description":"\u003ch2\u003eChâteau Lafite Rothschild, Pauillac first growth\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eClassified as a first growth in 1855, Lafite Rothschild has belonged to the Rothschild family since 1868. Its wine, led by cabernet sauvignon, is renowned for its elegance, aromatic finesse and exceptional ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOur bottle\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChâteau Lafite Rothschild 2011, a classic, fresh vintage now in a fine drinking window. See also \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/collections\/chateau-mouton-rothschild\"\u003eMouton Rothschild\u003c\/a\u003e, our \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/collections\/bordeaux\"\u003eBordeaux wines\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/collections\/grands-crus\"\u003egrands crus\u003c\/a\u003e. Delivery is free in France for orders from €300.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chateau-lafite-rothschild-2011-pauillac","title":"Château Lafite Rothschild 2011, Pauillac","description":"\u003cp\u003eA symbol of refinement and consistency, Château Lafite Rothschild has ranked among the legends of the Médoc for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom a demanding year, the 2011 vintage shows remarkable mastery: a pure, restrained and precise wine, less opulent than sunny vintages, with straightness, mineral balance and finely chiselled tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e France, Bordeaux, Pauillac\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premier Grand Cru Classé 1855\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2011\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Château Lafite Rothschild\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrapes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 cl\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgeing:\u003c\/strong\u003e New French oak barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGraphite, blackcurrant, fine oak and sweet spice; a straight, structured palate with elegant tannins and a long, fresh finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA classic Lafite with sure ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eServing and storing Lafite 2011\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe at 16 to 18 °C after one to two hours in a decanter. Lying down in a cellar at 12 to 14 °C, it will keep evolving for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt pairs with rack of Pauillac lamb, veal chop, feathered game or hard cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRead more\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnderstand the Bordeaux hierarchy with \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/blogs\/conseils-actualites-le-caveau-des-pepites\/comprendre-les-classements-des-grands-crus-de-bordeaux\"\u003ethe Bordeaux grand cru classifications\u003c\/a\u003e and find the estate in our \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/collections\/chateau-lafite-rothschild\"\u003eLafite Rothschild collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Lafite Rothschild a First Growth?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. In the 1855 classification, Château Lafite was placed at the top of the Médoc First Growths.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the 2011 vintage like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA cooler, demanding year that gave Lafite a classic, precise and elegant wine, less opulent than the great sunny vintages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is the bottle shipped?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelivery is free in France for orders of €300 or more. Every bottle is carefully packed and sent with tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Lafite Rothschild","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58001054433629,"sku":null,"price":910.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/6399\/9837\/files\/Copiedecaveaupost_6_d98a73f8-cdf3-422a-9dd0-91f145ce04e5.jpg?v=1773661423"}],"url":"https:\/\/lecaveaudespepites.com\/en-hk\/collections\/chateau-lafite-rothschild.oembed","provider":"Le caveau des pépites","version":"1.0","type":"link"}