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Lafite Rothschild
About Château Lafite Rothschild
Château Lafite-Rothschild is one of the most collectable wines in the world. Purchased in 1868 it has remained continuously in the Rothschild family. Less powerful than Latour and more classical than Mouton, the hallmarks of this wine of wines is a taut, lithe, willowy muscularity, enveloped by transcendent just-ripe black fruit with the perfect sweetness of blackcurrant, black cherry and plum. The scent of Lafite often beguiles its fortunate drinkers and the mythical, irresistible perfume of wonderful cedar, so fresh and elegant, must be experienced to be believed.
Part of Lafite’s centuries-long success lies in its situation on some of the most gravel-dominant terroir in the Médoc. Up to ten metres deep with the stuff in some places, there are a few pockets of aeolian black sand and bedrock of limestone to complete the soils. Naturally conducive to the production of the most unbelievable Cabernet Sauvignon, the Grand Vin of Château Lafite Rothschild is frequently composed of up to 90% of the varietal. Couple this with the outstandingly talented team, headed for 40 years by the imperious Charles Chevallier (until 2018), and we have an estate whose strength lies in its being “a spectrum of flavours rather than a strong expression of any particular one” in the words of Chevallier’s replacement, Eric Kohler.
The 1996 vintage onwards heralded some of the best wines in their history; 2003 and 2009 are notably outstanding. Elegant, fresh, with great fruit purity and remarkable ageing potential. The second wine, Carruades de Lafite, has also been intensely collected over the past decade.
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| Product Name | Region | Qty | Score | Price | |||||
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| Bordeaux | 4 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$900.14 |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$746.55 |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 84 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$754.11 |
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Wine Advocate (84)The 1992 Carruades de Lafite (Lafite-Rothschild's second wine) reveals light body, adequate ripeness, a soft, smooth texture, and a clean, spicy finish. Drink it over the next 4-5 years. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 86-88 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$6,570.72 |
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Wine Advocate (86-88)I have noticed in my tastings that the second wine of Lafite-Rothschild, Carruades de Lafite, has improved over recent years. The 1996, a blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon and 37% Merlot, may turn out to be the finest Carruades I have ever tasted. It possesses as much power, ripeness, and fleshy fruit (because of the high percentage of Merlot) as I have ever detected in this offering. While it does not quite have the characteristics of Lafite, being fleshier and more accessible, it is a beautifully made wine with a subtle dosage of toasty new oak, an appealing texture, and excellent length. Given its power, this second wine will need 2-4 years of cellaring, and keep for 15+ years (I would not be surprised to see it last for two decades). |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 90 (VN (ST)) |
Inc. GST
SG$6,975.72 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (90)Good bright red-ruby. Dark aromas of cassis, blueberry, licorice, violet, mint and bitter chocolate, along with a faint note of candied berries. Tightly wound and quite juicy, with a strong mineral spine giving it a rather linear, lean impression. But classy and not at all hard, with lovely underlying fruit. Finishes firmly tannic and fresh. Not fat, but subtle and stylish. |
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| Bordeaux | 3 | 91 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$7,143.12 |
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Wine Advocate (91)There are 20,000 cases of the gorgeous 2003 Carruades de Lafite. Despite record heat in June, July and August, this wine only hit 12.8% alcohol, which seems modest compared to the higher alcohol levels of 2009 and 2010. A final blend of 50% Merlot, 48% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Cabernet Franc has resulted in a second wine with a Lafite Rothschild-like character, plenty of creme de cassis, cedarwood and graphite notes as well as a supple, lush texture. It has reached full maturity where it should remain for another 5-10 years. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WE) |
Inc. GST
SG$5,695.92 |
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Wine Enthusiast (92)Firm tannins and great freshness, with a touch of bitter chocolate as well as spice and tight tannins. This second wine of Lafite is attractively fruity, easily lifting the weight of tannins. |
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| Bordeaux | 2 | 92 (WE) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,747.06 |
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Wine Enthusiast (92)Firm tannins and great freshness, with a touch of bitter chocolate as well as spice and tight tannins. This second wine of Lafite is attractively fruity, easily lifting the weight of tannins. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$6,168.87 |
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James Suckling (95)Currants and blackberries on the nose. Spicy and intense undertones. Full body, with juicy fruit and a soft, very silky texture and a long, long finish. Polished and very pretty. Best Carruades ever. Try in 2018. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$6,001.47 |
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James Suckling (95)Currants and blackberries on the nose. Spicy and intense undertones. Full body, with juicy fruit and a soft, very silky texture and a long, long finish. Polished and very pretty. Best Carruades ever. Try in 2018. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,087.14 |
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James Suckling (95)Currants and blackberries on the nose. Spicy and intense undertones. Full body, with juicy fruit and a soft, very silky texture and a long, long finish. Polished and very pretty. Best Carruades ever. Try in 2018. |
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| Bordeaux | 3 | 95 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$6,293.07 |
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James Suckling (95)This smells like a bouquet of flowers with blueberries and currants and spices. Full body, yet agile and refined. So fine and pretty. It's balanced and in harmony. Savory. A smoky, decadent and meat undertone. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,075.47 |
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James Suckling (95)This smells like a bouquet of flowers with blueberries and currants and spices. Full body, yet agile and refined. So fine and pretty. It's balanced and in harmony. Savory. A smoky, decadent and meat undertone. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,303.14 |
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James Suckling (95)This smells like a bouquet of flowers with blueberries and currants and spices. Full body, yet agile and refined. So fine and pretty. It's balanced and in harmony. Savory. A smoky, decadent and meat undertone. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 86-89 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$7,035.12 |
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Vinous - Ian D'Agata (86-89)(55% cabernet sauvignon, 39% merlot, 3.5% cabernet franc and 2.5% petit verdot): Good full red-ruby. Good lift and spice to the musky aromas of dark plum, licorice and gunflint. Juicy and fairly intense, with bitter chocolate and graphite flavors perked up by mineral energy. Finishes pure, clean and long, with lovely floral nuances. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$7,035.12 |
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James Suckling (92)Pretty density and flavor for Carruades in this less than perfect year. Shows tobacco, cream and chocolate aromas and flavors with black currants. Full to medium body, fresh finish. Drink now or hold. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 90+ (VN (AG)) |
Inc. GST
SG$6,937.92 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (90+)The tannins in the 2014 Carruades de Lafite are nearly buried by the richness of the fruit. Even so, the wine needs at least a few years in barrel, as it is pretty tightly wound at this stage. The combination of plush dark fruit and bright acidity is compelling. Hints of blood orange, flowers and spices hint at what the Grand Vin will offer in time. The blend is 58 % Cabernet Sauvignon and 42 % Merlot. Carruades de Lafite represents 25 % of the château's production. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 90+ (VN (AG)) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,763.26 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (90+)The tannins in the 2014 Carruades de Lafite are nearly buried by the richness of the fruit. Even so, the wine needs at least a few years in barrel, as it is pretty tightly wound at this stage. The combination of plush dark fruit and bright acidity is compelling. Hints of blood orange, flowers and spices hint at what the Grand Vin will offer in time. The blend is 58 % Cabernet Sauvignon and 42 % Merlot. Carruades de Lafite represents 25 % of the château's production. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$7,035.12 |
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James Suckling (92-93)A silky and fine second wine of Lafite with blueberry, blackberry and flower aromas and flavors. Cedar and nuts too. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$4,038.66 |
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James Suckling (92-93)A silky and fine second wine of Lafite with blueberry, blackberry and flower aromas and flavors. Cedar and nuts too. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,741.66 |
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James Suckling (92-93)A silky and fine second wine of Lafite with blueberry, blackberry and flower aromas and flavors. Cedar and nuts too. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$6,347.07 |
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James Suckling (94-95)The most tannic and textured Carruades ever. Full-bodied, big and powerful. Very, very long. New style? |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,286.94 |
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James Suckling (94-95)The most tannic and textured Carruades ever. Full-bodied, big and powerful. Very, very long. New style? |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,711.53 |
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James Suckling (92-93)A bright Carruades with cedar and tobacco character. Medium to full body and medium chewy tannins. Very pretty center palate. |
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| Bordeaux | 2 | 92-93 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,444.66 |
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James Suckling (92-93)A bright Carruades with cedar and tobacco character. Medium to full body and medium chewy tannins. Very pretty center palate. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 95-96 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,614.29 |
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James Suckling (95-96)This is an extremely fine-grained Carraudes with a complex character of chocolate, walnut, cedar and a hint of graphite. Medium-to full-bodied, tight and chewy but, at the same time, agile and light. Savory finish. Special. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 95-96 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$5,115.18 |
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James Suckling (95-96)This is an extremely fine-grained Carraudes with a complex character of chocolate, walnut, cedar and a hint of graphite. Medium-to full-bodied, tight and chewy but, at the same time, agile and light. Savory finish. Special. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 95-96 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,973.74 |
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James Suckling (95-96)This is an extremely fine-grained Carraudes with a complex character of chocolate, walnut, cedar and a hint of graphite. Medium-to full-bodied, tight and chewy but, at the same time, agile and light. Savory finish. Special. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 96 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,240.00 |
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James Suckling (96)This is a beautiful Carraudes with currant, sweet-tobacco and wet-earth aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied with a dense center-palate and tight, polished tannins. Fresh, with tension. Reminds me of the 1995 Lafite. This is so Lafite in character. It shows so much cabernet sauvignon character. It’s 68% cabernet sauvignon, 27% merlot and the rest cabernet franc. Try after 2026. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 96 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,870.27 |
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James Suckling (96)This is a beautiful Carraudes with currant, sweet-tobacco and wet-earth aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied with a dense center-palate and tight, polished tannins. Fresh, with tension. Reminds me of the 1995 Lafite. This is so Lafite in character. It shows so much cabernet sauvignon character. It’s 68% cabernet sauvignon, 27% merlot and the rest cabernet franc. Try after 2026. |
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| Product Name | Region | Qty | Score | Price | |||||
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| Bordeaux | 4 | - |
In Bond
SG$780.00 |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$683.00 |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 84 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$690.00 |
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Wine Advocate (84)The 1992 Carruades de Lafite (Lafite-Rothschild's second wine) reveals light body, adequate ripeness, a soft, smooth texture, and a clean, spicy finish. Drink it over the next 4-5 years. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 86-88 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$5,985.00 |
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Wine Advocate (86-88)I have noticed in my tastings that the second wine of Lafite-Rothschild, Carruades de Lafite, has improved over recent years. The 1996, a blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon and 37% Merlot, may turn out to be the finest Carruades I have ever tasted. It possesses as much power, ripeness, and fleshy fruit (because of the high percentage of Merlot) as I have ever detected in this offering. While it does not quite have the characteristics of Lafite, being fleshier and more accessible, it is a beautifully made wine with a subtle dosage of toasty new oak, an appealing texture, and excellent length. Given its power, this second wine will need 2-4 years of cellaring, and keep for 15+ years (I would not be surprised to see it last for two decades). |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 90 (VN (ST)) |
In Bond
SG$6,360.00 |
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Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (90)Good bright red-ruby. Dark aromas of cassis, blueberry, licorice, violet, mint and bitter chocolate, along with a faint note of candied berries. Tightly wound and quite juicy, with a strong mineral spine giving it a rather linear, lean impression. But classy and not at all hard, with lovely underlying fruit. Finishes firmly tannic and fresh. Not fat, but subtle and stylish. |
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| Bordeaux | 3 | 91 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$6,515.00 |
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Wine Advocate (91)There are 20,000 cases of the gorgeous 2003 Carruades de Lafite. Despite record heat in June, July and August, this wine only hit 12.8% alcohol, which seems modest compared to the higher alcohol levels of 2009 and 2010. A final blend of 50% Merlot, 48% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Cabernet Franc has resulted in a second wine with a Lafite Rothschild-like character, plenty of creme de cassis, cedarwood and graphite notes as well as a supple, lush texture. It has reached full maturity where it should remain for another 5-10 years. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WE) |
In Bond
SG$5,175.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (92)Firm tannins and great freshness, with a touch of bitter chocolate as well as spice and tight tannins. This second wine of Lafite is attractively fruity, easily lifting the weight of tannins. |
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| Bordeaux | 2 | 92 (WE) |
In Bond
SG$3,420.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (92)Firm tannins and great freshness, with a touch of bitter chocolate as well as spice and tight tannins. This second wine of Lafite is attractively fruity, easily lifting the weight of tannins. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$5,605.00 |
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James Suckling (95)Currants and blackberries on the nose. Spicy and intense undertones. Full body, with juicy fruit and a soft, very silky texture and a long, long finish. Polished and very pretty. Best Carruades ever. Try in 2018. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$5,450.00 |
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James Suckling (95)Currants and blackberries on the nose. Spicy and intense undertones. Full body, with juicy fruit and a soft, very silky texture and a long, long finish. Polished and very pretty. Best Carruades ever. Try in 2018. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$2,805.00 |
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James Suckling (95)Currants and blackberries on the nose. Spicy and intense undertones. Full body, with juicy fruit and a soft, very silky texture and a long, long finish. Polished and very pretty. Best Carruades ever. Try in 2018. |
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| Bordeaux | 3 | 95 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$5,720.00 |
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James Suckling (95)This smells like a bouquet of flowers with blueberries and currants and spices. Full body, yet agile and refined. So fine and pretty. It's balanced and in harmony. Savory. A smoky, decadent and meat undertone. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$1,895.00 |
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James Suckling (95)This smells like a bouquet of flowers with blueberries and currants and spices. Full body, yet agile and refined. So fine and pretty. It's balanced and in harmony. Savory. A smoky, decadent and meat undertone. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 95 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$3,005.00 |
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James Suckling (95)This smells like a bouquet of flowers with blueberries and currants and spices. Full body, yet agile and refined. So fine and pretty. It's balanced and in harmony. Savory. A smoky, decadent and meat undertone. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 86-89 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$6,415.00 |
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Vinous - Ian D'Agata (86-89)(55% cabernet sauvignon, 39% merlot, 3.5% cabernet franc and 2.5% petit verdot): Good full red-ruby. Good lift and spice to the musky aromas of dark plum, licorice and gunflint. Juicy and fairly intense, with bitter chocolate and graphite flavors perked up by mineral energy. Finishes pure, clean and long, with lovely floral nuances. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$6,415.00 |
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James Suckling (92)Pretty density and flavor for Carruades in this less than perfect year. Shows tobacco, cream and chocolate aromas and flavors with black currants. Full to medium body, fresh finish. Drink now or hold. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 90+ (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
SG$6,325.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (90+)The tannins in the 2014 Carruades de Lafite are nearly buried by the richness of the fruit. Even so, the wine needs at least a few years in barrel, as it is pretty tightly wound at this stage. The combination of plush dark fruit and bright acidity is compelling. Hints of blood orange, flowers and spices hint at what the Grand Vin will offer in time. The blend is 58 % Cabernet Sauvignon and 42 % Merlot. Carruades de Lafite represents 25 % of the château's production. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 90+ (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
SG$3,435.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (90+)The tannins in the 2014 Carruades de Lafite are nearly buried by the richness of the fruit. Even so, the wine needs at least a few years in barrel, as it is pretty tightly wound at this stage. The combination of plush dark fruit and bright acidity is compelling. Hints of blood orange, flowers and spices hint at what the Grand Vin will offer in time. The blend is 58 % Cabernet Sauvignon and 42 % Merlot. Carruades de Lafite represents 25 % of the château's production. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$6,415.00 |
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James Suckling (92-93)A silky and fine second wine of Lafite with blueberry, blackberry and flower aromas and flavors. Cedar and nuts too. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$3,690.00 |
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James Suckling (92-93)A silky and fine second wine of Lafite with blueberry, blackberry and flower aromas and flavors. Cedar and nuts too. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$3,415.00 |
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James Suckling (92-93)A silky and fine second wine of Lafite with blueberry, blackberry and flower aromas and flavors. Cedar and nuts too. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$5,770.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)The most tannic and textured Carruades ever. Full-bodied, big and powerful. Very, very long. New style? |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$2,990.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)The most tannic and textured Carruades ever. Full-bodied, big and powerful. Very, very long. New style? |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 92-93 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$1,560.00 |
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James Suckling (92-93)A bright Carruades with cedar and tobacco character. Medium to full body and medium chewy tannins. Very pretty center palate. |
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| Bordeaux | 2 | 92-93 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$3,140.00 |
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James Suckling (92-93)A bright Carruades with cedar and tobacco character. Medium to full body and medium chewy tannins. Very pretty center palate. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 95-96 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$2,385.00 |
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James Suckling (95-96)This is an extremely fine-grained Carraudes with a complex character of chocolate, walnut, cedar and a hint of graphite. Medium-to full-bodied, tight and chewy but, at the same time, agile and light. Savory finish. Special. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 95-96 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$4,665.00 |
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James Suckling (95-96)This is an extremely fine-grained Carraudes with a complex character of chocolate, walnut, cedar and a hint of graphite. Medium-to full-bodied, tight and chewy but, at the same time, agile and light. Savory finish. Special. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 95-96 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$2,700.00 |
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James Suckling (95-96)This is an extremely fine-grained Carraudes with a complex character of chocolate, walnut, cedar and a hint of graphite. Medium-to full-bodied, tight and chewy but, at the same time, agile and light. Savory finish. Special. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 96 (JS) |
Inc. GST
SG$3,240.00 |
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James Suckling (96)This is a beautiful Carraudes with currant, sweet-tobacco and wet-earth aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied with a dense center-palate and tight, polished tannins. Fresh, with tension. Reminds me of the 1995 Lafite. This is so Lafite in character. It shows so much cabernet sauvignon character. It’s 68% cabernet sauvignon, 27% merlot and the rest cabernet franc. Try after 2026. |
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| Bordeaux | 1 | 96 (JS) |
In Bond
SG$1,705.00 |
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James Suckling (96)This is a beautiful Carraudes with currant, sweet-tobacco and wet-earth aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied with a dense center-palate and tight, polished tannins. Fresh, with tension. Reminds me of the 1995 Lafite. This is so Lafite in character. It shows so much cabernet sauvignon character. It’s 68% cabernet sauvignon, 27% merlot and the rest cabernet franc. Try after 2026. |
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