AOC – Paulliac
Grand Cru Classes – 1eme
Ratings
Robert Parker 96+
Wine Spectator 98
Tasting Notes
While the 2005 is another brilliantly classic Lafite Rothschild, for my taste, it comes in slightly behind their extraordinarily opulent 2003 as well as the dramatically powerful 2000. A blend of 89% Cabernet Sauvignon and 11% Merlot, the 2005 boasts a dark ruby/purple color in addition to that exceptional Lafite perfume of graphite, spring flowers, crushed rocks, and sweet black cherry and black currant fruit that exudes class and nobility. The wine is medium-bodied with extremely high levels of tannin in addition to sensational purity, length, and overall harmony. However, it is exceptionally backward, and even more tannic than either the 1995 or 1996. Anticipated maturity: 2020-2050+ (Wine Advocate #176 Apr 2008)
-by Robert Parker
Delivers blackberry, dried porcini, tobacco and licorice aromas.
Full-bodied, with layers of velvety tannins and loads of dark chocolate,
cigar box, currant, berry and mineral. The finish is long, with a
coffee, almost meaty, aftertaste. Very beautiful and balanced. Best
after 2013.
-by Wine Spectator