Château Lafite Rothschild Pauillac (Premier Grand Cru Classé) 2009 (750ml) Santenay

Château Lafite Rothschild Pauillac (Premier Grand Cru Classé) 2009 (750ml) SantenayThe first known reference to Lafite dates to 1234 with Gombaud de Lafite and Lafites mention as a medieval fief dates to the 14th century. Baron James de Rothschild purchased Chteau Lafite in 1868 and has remained under Rothschild family ownership since. Through the years, Chteau Lafite sustained natural disasters, wars and crises. After World War II, the Barons de Rothschild recovered possession of Chteau Lafite Rothschild and revitalized the estates

and what is in the history of his family

93 points Vinous

Rich aroma

Aging: The wine is in contact with French oak for a period of 3 months and then is cellared in bottles for a minimum of another 3 months

fig and papaya aromas followed by pineapple and creamed banana

southeast-facing slope with an incline of up to 60 degrees

Sweet and smooth flavors with lingering aromatic persistence

Josep Foraster Trepat has a bright pale ruby color

Fresh and juicy

this wine encapsulates the essence of a region and a producer deeply rooted in tradition and innovation

but quite compact and tight

Blend: 80% Chenin Blanc