{"product_id":"2006-chateau-lafite-rothschild-750ml","title":"2006 Chateau Lafite Rothschild 750ml","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Bordeaux First Growth with three separate 96-point reviews and a drinking window extending to 2075, the 2006 Château Lafite Rothschild is a powerful, tightly structured and highly collectible expression of Pauillac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant blend delivers exceptional density, classical Left Bank character and enormous longevity. After almost two decades of maturation, it is entering its recommended drinking window while retaining the structure to continue developing for many more years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eClassification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremier Grand Cru Classé – First Growth, 1855 Classification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – Decanter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points – Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – Wine Spectator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e18.5\/20 – La Revue du Vin de France\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e18.5\/20 – Gault \u0026amp; Millau\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 Stars, Coup de Cœur – Le Guide Hachette des Vins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cq\u003eFull bodied, structured and showing a crisp, firm, yet elegant and ripe Cabernet Sauvignon character.\u003c\/q\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfooter\u003e— Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider, 96 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished February 2015\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cq\u003eAs so often with Lafite, it is power that marks this wine. That, and density of texture.\u003c\/q\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfooter\u003e— Wine Enthusiast, 96 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished January 2009\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEstate Tasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep and remarkably dark in colour. The initially discreet bouquet gradually develops primary fruit, cedar, forest floor, tobacco and smoky notes, with the oak becoming increasingly integrated through bottle maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is powerful, full and dense, with excellent structure and concentrated Cabernet Sauvignon fruit. Firm but finely composed tannins carry the wine towards a persistent finish accented by integrated cedar and savoury complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2006 season began with a colder and wetter winter than several preceding vintages. A warm, relatively dry spring continued through July, encouraging an early change in grape colour and strong ripening progress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAugust was cooler, but sunny September weather supported further maturation. A stormy period in mid-September accelerated the harvest schedule, requiring precise parcel selection to preserve balance, concentration and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and Maturation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2006 Grand Vin was assembled from 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot and 2% Petit Verdot. The wine was matured for approximately 18 to 20 months in 100% new French oak barrels, building the cedar, tobacco and structural complexity associated with mature Lafite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWine Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Château Lafite Rothschild\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pauillac AOC, Bordeaux\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premier Grand Cru Classé\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlend:\u003c\/strong\u003e 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Charles Chevallier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–20 months in 100% new French oak barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2016–2075\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with beef Wellington, roast ribeye, rack of lamb, venison, game birds, truffle dishes or mature hard cheeses. Decant carefully before serving to allow its layered aromatics and tightly composed structure to open fully.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zongbao Su","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52497469473070,"sku":"5283068000","price":1899.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/2006_Chateau_Lafite_Rothschild_Minor_Label_Stains.jpg?v=1787641858","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/2006-chateau-lafite-rothschild-750ml","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}