Bordeaux, France
Château Lafite Rothschild Pauillac 2018
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Ratings
The Wine Advocate: 100
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Composition
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot
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Glass
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Vessel
French oak barrels
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Body
Medium
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Alcohol content
13.3
Tasting Notes
"The 2018 Lafite Rothschild is blended of 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8.5% Merlot and 0.5% Petit Verdot and has 13.3% alcohol. Deep purple-black in color, it needs a fair bit of swirling to unlock intoxicating scents of blackcurrant cordial, baked plums and black cherry compote with an undercurrent of dark chocolate, licorice, cast-iron pan, cedar chest and fertile loam, plus a waft of pencil lead. The delicately crafted, medium-bodied palate is dripping with class, featuring layers of mineral-laced black fruits and exquisitely ripe, singularly Lafite tannins, finishing with epic length and depth. This simply stunning, delicately crafted expression of 2018 with its singularly evocative imprint of Lafite will require a good 7-8 years in bottle, then should continue to inspire awe over the following 40+ years." - Lisa Perrotti-Brown, The Wine Advocate
Our cold-chain delivery process
Our cold-chain delivery process
The Great Domaines cold chain promise: from the vineyard to your glass
At Great Domaines, we're passionate about delivering wines in perfect condition. Our meticulous cold chain process ensures that every bottle arrives at your doorstep just as the winemaker intended.
Why Our Cold Chain Matters
Our cold chain is an unbroken logistics chain, but it’s also our commitment to excellence. By maintaining optimal temperature from vineyard to cellar, we preserve the nuanced flavours, aromas, and ageing potential of each wine.When you uncork a bottle from Great Domaines, you're tasting the wine exactly as the winemaker envisioned. We don’t just want to sell wine, we want to deliver an excellent experience along with a story, and a moment of perfection.
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Delivery policy
Delivery policy
Safe delivery, every time. We ship all wines in secure packaging, with full insurance coverage. Johannesburg deliveries come straight from our cellars. Expect your order within 2–5 business days. For more details, see our delivery policy.
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