2008 Carruades de Lafite
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Medium intensity showing some evolution. Pretty light nose. A bit of rawness on the finish. Second wine? Doesn’t really hang together. (JR)
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A blend of 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot and the rest Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, the 2008 exhibits graphite, sandalwood, black and red currant, chocolate and damp earth characteristics in its elegant, medium to full-bodied, fresh, lively personality. It is a delicious, luscious, already evolved wine to drink over the next 15+ years.
I like the core of fruit and cedary, berry and plum character....
Just 51% Cabernet Sauvignon with 45% Merlot. Mid crimson. Very light. Very clean nose. Lots of awkward underripe tannins and more than a hint of greenness. Rather grating texture. No special sculpting treatment for this second wine (unlike Petit Mouton!). Very dry, austere finish. Quite high volatility. Lots of (underripe?) Merlot in here. Drying finish. (JR)
About the producer
Ch. Lafite Rothschild is one of the most famous wine estates in Bordeaux and the world. One of the Left Bank’s five First Growths, the Pauillac property is renowned for producing wines of finesse and elegance that age beautifully.