Château Lafite Rothschild--Vintage 2005
Pauillac, 1er cru classé
Lot 977 in original wooden case, lots 978 and 979 in original wooden six-bottle cases
Tasting note: Very high percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon: 88% (Merlot 12%, no Cabernet Franc or Petit Verdot in the grand vin). Opaque, intense: low keyed but harmonious nose; medium sweetness and body (12,9% alcohol), good Cabernet dominated flavour and flesh. Seemed to become sweeter in the glass, excellent length and finish. April 2006 (*****) 2020- 2040. M.B.
12 bottles per lot
Château Lafite Rothschild--Vintage 2005
Pauillac, 1er cru classé
Lot 977 in original wooden case, lots 978 and 979 in original wooden six-bottle cases
Tasting note: Very high percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon: 88% (Merlot 12%, no Cabernet Franc or Petit Verdot in the grand vin). Opaque, intense: low keyed but harmonious nose; medium sweetness and body (12,9% alcohol), good Cabernet dominated flavour and flesh. Seemed to become sweeter in the glass, excellent length and finish. April 2006 (*****) 2020- 2040. M.B.
12 bottles per lot
