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TWO VINTAGES OF CARRUADES DE LAFITE
Lying in Weybridge, Surrey (EHD)
Carruades de Lafite-Rothschild--Vintage 1996
Pauillac. The second wine of Ch. Lafite-Rothschild
In original wooden case. Excellent appearance
Tasting note: I have noticed in my tastings that the second wine of Lafite-Rothschild, Carruades de Lafite, has improved over recent years. The 1996, a blend of 63 Cabernet Sauvignon and 37 Merlot, may turn out to be the finest Carruades I have ever tasted. It possesses as much power, ripeness, and fleshy fruit (because of the high percentage of Merlot) as I have ever detected in this offering. While it does not quite have the characteristics of Lafite, being fleshier and more accessible, it is a beautifully made wine with a subtle dosage of toasty new oak, an appealing texture, and excellent length. Given its power, this second wine will need 2-4 years of cellaring, and keep for 15+ years (I would not be surprised to see it last for two decades). Robert Parker. The Wine Advocate Feb 1998
12 bottles per lot
Lying in Weybridge, Surrey (EHD)
Carruades de Lafite-Rothschild--Vintage 1996
Pauillac. The second wine of Ch. Lafite-Rothschild
In original wooden case. Excellent appearance
Tasting note: I have noticed in my tastings that the second wine of Lafite-Rothschild, Carruades de Lafite, has improved over recent years. The 1996, a blend of 63 Cabernet Sauvignon and 37 Merlot, may turn out to be the finest Carruades I have ever tasted. It possesses as much power, ripeness, and fleshy fruit (because of the high percentage of Merlot) as I have ever detected in this offering. While it does not quite have the characteristics of Lafite, being fleshier and more accessible, it is a beautifully made wine with a subtle dosage of toasty new oak, an appealing texture, and excellent length. Given its power, this second wine will need 2-4 years of cellaring, and keep for 15+ years (I would not be surprised to see it last for two decades). Robert Parker. The Wine Advocate Feb 1998
12 bottles per lot
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