{"product_id":"chateau-lafite-rothschild-2014","title":"Château Lafite Rothschild 2014","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Lafite Rothschild 2014 is a distinguished First Growth Bordeaux, celebrated for its elegance, precision and remarkable longevity. From one of Pauillac’s most historic estates, this vintage combines refined cassis fruit with classic Médoc structure, offering both immediate sophistication and considerable cellaring potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine displays a deep garnet-red colour. Its aromatic profile is layered and expressive, revealing red and blackcurrants, warm plum, mulberry and kirsch, complemented by nuances of cigar box, leather and a subtle touch of menthol.\n\nOn the palate, it is medium-bodied, poised and finely structured, with refreshing acidity and polished tannins. The finish is long, earthy and savoury, with a satisfying, fleshy character. With proper cellaring, Château Lafite Rothschild 2014 should develop beautifully over several decades, gaining further complexity and softness with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Lafite Rothschild is situated in Pauillac, where gravelly, well-drained soils over limestone provide ideal conditions for producing Cabernet Sauvignon-led wines of exceptional finesse and structure. Grapes are carefully selected from the estate’s vineyard parcels and vinified separately before the final blend is assembled. The wine is traditionally matured in French oak, allowing its fruit, tannins and aromatic complexity to integrate gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe at 16–18°C after allowing the bottle to come gently to cellar temperature. Decant for approximately one to two hours when drinking the wine young, both to open its aromatics and to separate any sediment; older bottles should be decanted more cautiously. Its structure and savoury depth make it an excellent partner for roast lamb, prime beef, venison, duck, truffled dishes and mature hard cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Lafite Rothschild is one of Bordeaux’s most revered estates and was classified as a Premier Cru in the 1855 Classification. Located in Pauillac, the château has been associated with exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon-based wines for centuries and became part of the Rothschild family’s portfolio in 1868. Its wines are recognised worldwide for their exceptional balance of power, refinement, aromatic complexity and ability to mature gracefully over many years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Lafite Rothschild","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54822116983121,"sku":"PS-15970006499708","price":700.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/LAFITE_20ROTHSCHILD_ce77cf0e-d1c6-4436-9d7e-123052e2b54c.png?v=1788810439","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/chateau-lafite-rothschild-2014","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}