Chateau Lafite Rothschild 2001
Introduction
Chateau Lafite Rothschild 2001 is a svelte and elegant First Growth red wine from the Pauillac region of Bordeaux, France. With a history of excellence dating back to at least 1234, Lafite Rothschild is one of the most famous and collected estates in the world. The winery's name is derived from the Gascon term 'la hite', meaning 'hillock', referring to its prime location on a gravel plateau. Under the leadership of the Rothschild family since 1868, the estate's philosophy focuses on producing wines of incomparable refinement and finesse, often described as the most 'ethereal' of the Pauillac first growths.
Wine Description
This vintage presents a deep, saturated plum and purple colour. The complex sensory profile is dominated by signature Lafite notes of lead pencil shavings, cedar, and graphite, seamlessly blended with aromas of blackcurrant, raspberry, and hints of truffle and tobacco leaf. On the palate, the wine is medium bodied and balanced, characterized by intense concentration and silky, fine-grained tannins. Stylistically, the 2001 is noted for its precision and 'vivid' fruit, offering a more classic, understated elegance than the more opulent vintages. The varietal composition for 2001 is 86.5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 13.5% Merlot. Having matured for over two decades, it is currently in an excellent drinking window through 2045.
Accolades
Vinous (Antonio Galloni) - 97 points
Wine Spectator - 96 points
Decanter - 95 points
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate - 94 points
Introduction
Chateau Lafite Rothschild 2001 is a svelte and elegant First Growth red wine from the Pauillac region of Bordeaux, France. With a history of excellence dating back to at least 1234, Lafite Rothschild is one of the most famous and collected estates in the world. The winery's name is derived from the Gascon term 'la hite', meaning 'hillock', referring to its prime location on a gravel plateau. Under the leadership of the Rothschild family since 1868, the estate's philosophy focuses on producing wines of incomparable refinement and finesse, often described as the most 'ethereal' of the Pauillac first growths.
Wine Description
This vintage presents a deep, saturated plum and purple colour. The complex sensory profile is dominated by signature Lafite notes of lead pencil shavings, cedar, and graphite, seamlessly blended with aromas of blackcurrant, raspberry, and hints of truffle and tobacco leaf. On the palate, the wine is medium bodied and balanced, characterized by intense concentration and silky, fine-grained tannins. Stylistically, the 2001 is noted for its precision and 'vivid' fruit, offering a more classic, understated elegance than the more opulent vintages. The varietal composition for 2001 is 86.5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 13.5% Merlot. Having matured for over two decades, it is currently in an excellent drinking window through 2045.
Accolades
Vinous (Antonio Galloni) - 97 points
Wine Spectator - 96 points
Decanter - 95 points
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate - 94 points
Description
Introduction
Chateau Lafite Rothschild 2001 is a svelte and elegant First Growth red wine from the Pauillac region of Bordeaux, France. With a history of excellence dating back to at least 1234, Lafite Rothschild is one of the most famous and collected estates in the world. The winery's name is derived from the Gascon term 'la hite', meaning 'hillock', referring to its prime location on a gravel plateau. Under the leadership of the Rothschild family since 1868, the estate's philosophy focuses on producing wines of incomparable refinement and finesse, often described as the most 'ethereal' of the Pauillac first growths.
Wine Description
This vintage presents a deep, saturated plum and purple colour. The complex sensory profile is dominated by signature Lafite notes of lead pencil shavings, cedar, and graphite, seamlessly blended with aromas of blackcurrant, raspberry, and hints of truffle and tobacco leaf. On the palate, the wine is medium bodied and balanced, characterized by intense concentration and silky, fine-grained tannins. Stylistically, the 2001 is noted for its precision and 'vivid' fruit, offering a more classic, understated elegance than the more opulent vintages. The varietal composition for 2001 is 86.5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 13.5% Merlot. Having matured for over two decades, it is currently in an excellent drinking window through 2045.
Accolades
Vinous (Antonio Galloni) - 97 points
Wine Spectator - 96 points
Decanter - 95 points
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate - 94 points
