Château Lafon-Rochet 2011, Saint-Estèphe 4° Grand Cru Classé - Parker 87
€56.90
(€75.86 L)
Tax included
Elegant wine with dark fruits, spice, oak and fine tannins.
87/100 Parker,
90/100 Wine Spectator,
94/100 Vertdevin.
Château Lafon-Rochet 2011 - Saint-Estèphe 4ᵉ Grand Cru Classé
Origine & Élaboration
Château Lafon-Rochet is a wine estate located in Saint-Estèphe, in the Médoc region. The 2011 vintage is made from a blend of 59% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot.
Wine Tasting Profile
- Colour : Deep garnet red with purplish tints.
- Nose : Complex aromas of ripe black fruit (blackberry, blackcurrant), black cherry, accompanied by spicy notes, pepper, dried violet and hints of wood.
- Palate: Supple and round on the palate, with a fine, silky tannic structure. The balance between acidity and fruit is remarkable, offering a velvety texture and good length.
- Finish: Persistent, with hints of dark chocolate and toasted wood.
Notes & Ratings
- Robert Parker (Wine Advocate): 87/100
- Vertdevin: 94/100
- Wine Spectator: 90/100
Food & Wine Pairing
This Château Lafon-Rochet 2011 goes perfectly with :
- Red meat, grilled or in sauce
- Duck breast
- Rib of beef with marrow
- Mature cheeses
Serving temperature
We recommend serving this wine at a temperature of between 17 and 18°C to fully appreciate its aromas and structure.
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Data sheet
| Volume | 0,75l |
| Vintage | 2011 |
| Alcohol | 14° |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites. |
| Packing | OWC 12 bottles |
| Vines | Merlot 33%, Cabernet Sauvignon 59%, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot |
| Storage advice | Great cellaring potential |
| Consumption guidelines | Drink between 16 and 18°C. |
| Taste | Dry |
| Producer | SC du Château Lafon-Rochet, Famille Tesseron, 33180 Saint-Estèphe, France |
| Bottling | Mis en bouteille au Château |
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