CHATEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 2009

Château Lafite Rothschild 2009

Pauillac, Bordeaux — First Growth

Blend: Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot, Cabernet Franc & Petit Verdot
Style: Opulent, polished, and classically Lafite

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Deep, luminous garnet with a dense, youthful core.

Nose:
Seductive and expressive, offering layers of blackcurrant, cassis, and ripe blackberry, interwoven with Lafite’s hallmark notes of cedar, graphite, pencil lead, and violet. With aeration, nuances of tobacco leaf, cocoa, espresso, and subtle sweet spice emerge, adding depth and warmth.

Palate:
Full-bodied and beautifully textured. The palate delivers rich black fruit, plum, and black cherry, supported by silky, ultra-fine tannins and balanced acidity. Despite the warmth of the vintage, the wine retains Lafite’s signature restraint and precision, with superb harmony between fruit, structure, and oak.

Finish:
Exceptionally long, smooth, and refined, with lingering notes of cassis, cedar, and mineral freshness.

Vintage Character – 2009

A legendary Bordeaux vintage marked by perfect ripeness and generosity. At Lafite, 2009 combines the richness of the year with the estate’s innate elegance, producing a wine that is both immediately seductive and built for long-term ageing.

Drinking Window

2023–2065+
Glorious now with decanting (2–3 hours), yet capable of evolving gracefully for decades.

Food Pairing

Pairs beautifully with:

• Prime rib or ribeye

• Roast lamb

• Game meats

• Truffle-accented dishes

• Aged hard cheeses

Overall Impression

A luxurious yet intellectual Lafite — generous, seamless, and effortlessly refined. Château Lafite Rothschild 2009 stands among the great wines of the modern era, offering immediate pleasure alongside extraordinary longevity.