Ratings
JS 93 · NM 92 · WE 88-91
Identity
| Producer | Chateau Lafon Rochet |
| Year | 2014 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Fourth Growth, 4ème Grand Cru Classé |
| Grapes | 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | very dark red violet |
| Aroma | cedar, tart red currant, raspberry, crushed strawberry, rose petals, tobacco, baking spice, blackberry, baking spice, eucalyptus, fennel, tomato leaf, green pepper |
| Palate | tight, balanced acidity, ripe fruit, elegant dry tannins, medium-plus finish, juicy ripe fruit, generous tannins, firm, taut finish, medium-bodied with herb-laced red and black fruits, chewy tannins, bright acidity, balanced finish |
| Finish | medium-plus finish, long and rather subtle finish, lively lift finish |
| Food Pairing | roast lamb, beef stew, grilled red meats, game birds, hard cheeses |
| Serving Temp | 16-18°C |
| Aging Potential | 10-20 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 13.5 |
| Aging Process | 15 months in oak barrels, 50% new oak |
Terroir
| deep gravel and gravel on clay |
Interesting facts
| Chateau Lafon-Rochet is a Fourth Growth classified in 1855, owned by the Tesseron family since 1960, with a history dating back to the 17th century. The estate underwent major renovations and modernization under the Tesseron family, producing powerful wines worthy of its classification. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |