{"product_id":"2012-chateau-lafite-rothschild-750ml-1","title":"2012 Chateau Lafite Rothschild 750ml","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Lafite Rothschild is one of Bordeaux’s five historic First Growths and among the world’s most prestigious and collectible wines. The 2012 Grand Vin is a Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant Pauillac of tightly controlled power, remarkable length and characteristically refined Lafite tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduced following a challenging growing season and rigorous selection at harvest, the wine combines dense structure with freshness and an unexpectedly light, airy tannin profile. It was matured for 20 months in French oak barrels, primarily new, sourced from Lafite’s own cooperage in Pauillac.\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 – Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – Falstaff\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – Gilbert \u0026amp; Gaillard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points – The Wine Independent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e18\/20 – Vinum Wine Magazine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cq\u003eShowing the serious side of Lafite, this is big and dark, powered by tannins as much as fruit.\u003c\/q\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfooter\u003e— Wine Enthusiast, 96 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished January 2015\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cq\u003eElegant nose of black fruits with a subtle oak touch. The palate combines power, fullness and a substantial tannic structure.\u003c\/q\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfooter\u003e— Gilbert \u0026amp; Gaillard, 95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished April 2013\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEstate Tasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bouquet is initially reserved before gradually revealing its fruit, accompanied by a noticeable but integrated oak character. The palate is tight and dense, opening through the middle to reveal a solid, compact and harmonious core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish is exceptionally concentrated and persistent, yet the tannins remain remarkably light and airy in the classic Lafite manner. Long, lingering flavours underline the wine’s balance and considerable ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTerroir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Lafite Rothschild lies at the northern end of Pauillac, bordering the Saint-Estèphe appellation. Its greatest terroirs extend across the 50-hectare Plateau des Carruades, the highest point in Pauillac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe plateau’s well-drained clay-gravel soils combine excellent water regulation with optimal sun exposure, creating ideal ripening conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon. A further 4.5 hectares in neighbouring Saint-Estèphe contain some of the estate’s oldest vines and regularly contribute exceptional fruit to the Grand Vin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2012 Bordeaux season began with a relatively mild winter followed by a particularly wet spring. Heavy April rainfall and a hailstorm on 24 April disrupted flowering and reduced potential yields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJune and July alternated between warmth and humidity, but more stable weather arrived in early August, allowing healthy grapes to complete ripening in favourable conditions. Variation between parcels required extensive selection by the estate’s teams from late September.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual parcels were vinified according to their origin and maturity in wooden, stainless-steel or concrete vats. Alcoholic fermentation took place under controlled temperatures with regular pumping over, followed by approximately 20 days of maceration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter malolactic fermentation, the wines were transferred to French oak barrels made in part by Lafite’s own Pauillac cooperage. The selection for the Grand Vin was conducted in March, with every barrel tasted individually. Only the finest lots entered the final blend, which then matured for a further 20 months in barrel, primarily new oak.\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 2012\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlend:\u003c\/strong\u003e 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8.5% Merlot, 0.5% 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\u003eYield:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 hL\/ha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Acidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.33 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 months in French oak barrels, primarily new\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2018–2047\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, truffle dishes or mature hard cheeses. Decant carefully before serving to allow the wine’s aromatics and structure to unfold.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zongbao Su","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52497355505966,"sku":"5867053340","price":1890.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/2012_Chateau_Lafite_Rothschild.jpg?v=1787640060","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/2012-chateau-lafite-rothschild-750ml-1","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}