Château Lafite Rothschild stands as one of Bordeaux’s most revered First Growth estates, celebrated for centuries for its grace, aromatic purity, and extraordinary ageing capability. Even in challenging vintages, Lafite’s meticulous vineyard management and uncompromising selection deliver wines of finesse and unmistakable Pauillac sophistication.
Vineyard
Lafite’s vineyards occupy the highest gravel terraces in northern Pauillac, with deep gravel and limestone soils that provide ideal drainage and contribute to the château’s hallmark minerality. Cabernet Sauvignon dominates the blend, supported by Merlot and small parcels of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, all sourced from some of Bordeaux’s oldest and most meticulously tended vines.
Vintage
The 2007 vintage was cool and uneven across Bordeaux, with pressure from early-season rain. However, a warm, dry September offered a critical window for ripening. Top châteaux like Lafite achieved impressive results through rigorous sorting and careful extraction, producing wines of elegance, lifted aromatics, and supple tannin structure.
Tasting Notes
The 2007 Château Lafite Rothschild shows a luminous garnet colour and an aromatic bouquet of redcurrant, cedar, graphite, violets, and cigar box. The palate is medium-bodied and precise, delivering silky layers of red fruit, tobacco leaf, pencil lead, and subtle earthy complexity. Fine, polished tannins and bright acidity create a long, refined finish. A beautifully poised Lafite drinking superbly now but still capable of graceful evolution.
Critics’ Acclaim
Praised for its elegance, purity, and charm in a lighter, classical vintage
Noted for exceptional aromatic clarity and refinement
Technical Information
Region: Pauillac, Bordeaux
Classification: Premier Grand Cru Classé (First Growth)
Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon–dominant
Alcohol: ~12.5%
Drinking Window: Now–2030+
A Collectible Gem
The 2007 Château Lafite Rothschild is a refined and beautifully mature expression of the estate — elegant, aromatic, and wonderfully balanced. Collectors who appreciate classical, understated Bordeaux will find immense pleasure and sophistication in this vintage.
