Chateau Lafite Rothschild 2009

Château Lafite Rothschild 2009 750ml

The 2009 Château Lafite Rothschild is the estate's Grand Vin from Pauillac, produced predominantly from Cabernet Sauvignon and classified as a Bordeaux First Growth.

Tasting Profile & Food Pairing

Pairing: Beef, Lamb, Venison.

Winemaking & Maturation

The blend comprises 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot and 1% Petit Verdot. Following precise plot-based vinification and barrel selection, the wine matured for 15 months in new French oak.

Plot-selected grapes were vinified with controlled-temperature alcoholic fermentation and regular pumping over, followed by malolactic fermentation.

Aged in new French oak barrels for 15 months after individual barrel selection and final blending.

Technical details: 15 months maturation · 1% new oak

Winery Background

Château Lafite Rothschild is a Pauillac First Growth. Its gravel-dominant terroirs include the Plateau des Carruades, while selected vines in neighbouring Saint-Estèphe may contribute to the Grand Vin.

Château Lafite Rothschild: Premier Cru Classé (First Growth)

Product Highlights

• Officially verified 2009 Château Lafite Rothschild Grand Vin.
• Pauillac Premier Cru Classé (First Growth).
• 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot.
• Matured 15 months in new French oak.

Product Information

• Producer: Château Lafite Rothschild
• Classification: Premier Cru Classé (First Growth)
• Type: Red wine
• Country: France
• Region: Bordeaux
• Appellation: Pauillac AOC
• Vintage: 2009
• Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot
• Volume: 750ml

Why choose Château Lafite Rothschild 2009 750ml?

Choose for its exact official vintage provenance, First Growth status and Cabernet-led Pauillac identity.

Who is Château Lafite Rothschild 2009 750ml best for?

Collectors, mature-Bordeaux enthusiasts and significant celebrations.

What is Château Lafite Rothschild 2009 750ml?

The flagship red wine of Château Lafite Rothschild, a Premier Cru Classé estate in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux.

Is Château Lafite Rothschild 2009 the estate's Grand Vin?

Yes. The official Lafite wine directory identifies the 2009 vintage as Château Lafite Rothschild, distinct from Carruades de Lafite.

How should Château Lafite Rothschild 2009 750ml be served?

Serve with refined beef, lamb, venison or other savoury dishes; careful decanting may be appropriate depending on bottle condition.