1998 Carruades de Lafite
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Tasting notes
Currant bush and light earth aromas follow through to a full body, with polished tannins and a balance of currant and fresh herbs. Attractive, but a bit lean. Second wine of Lafite. 88/98 Bordeaux blind retrospective (2008). Drink now. 29,165 cases made.-James Suckling, Wine Spectator 2009
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This has become one of the finest second wines produced. The 1998 (a blend of 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 4.5% Cabernet Franc, and 1.5% Petit Verdot) is an outstanding effort. While very Lafite-like (although more supple and forward), it exhibits a dense ruby/purple color in addition to an excellent bouquet of black fruits, smoke, earth, and minerals, supple tannin, an excellent texture, and a long, fine finish. Anticipated maturity: now-2015. Apr 2001, www.robertparker.com
About the producer
Ch. Lafite Rothschild is one of the most famous wine estates in Bordeaux and the world. One of the Left Bank’s five First Growths, the Pauillac property is renowned for producing wines of finesse and elegance that age beautifully.