Lafite Rothschild 1993
Lafite Rothschild 1993 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot (Pauillac, France), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is noticeable. Good with steak, lamb, roast chicken, roast pork. Listed at £580.00 by Hedonism Wines, who say it is out of stock; that is the last price, not an offer.
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The 1993 Château Lafite Rothschild is a precise expression of a First Growth Pauillac, marked by the challenges of the 1993 Bordeaux vintage. A season that oscillated between favourable weather and rainfall ultimately benefitted from the return of sunshine during harvest, enabling a decent extraction of tannins. This vintage presents a restrained profile, offering notes of blackcurrant, tobacco and graphite, underpinned by a firm structure. The wine reflects typical Lafite restraint, showcasing a more austere character in comparison with its more opulent contemporaries.