| Producer | Chateau Lafon Rochet |
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| Country | France |
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| Region | Bordeaux |
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| Subregion | Saint Estephe |
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| Varietal | Red Blend |
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| Vintage | 2020 |
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| Sku | 210000024459 |
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| Size | 750ml |
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We have the perfect example of why modern Bordeaux offers such great value for fans of bold Cabernet Sauvignon blends! The classically styled 2020 Chateau Lafon Rochet shows the opulent, earthy character of recent hot, dry vintages—at a fraction of Napa prices. This Fourth Growth estate in southern Saint-Estèphe borders Cos d’Estournel and Lafite Rothschild, with vines in a single block founded in 1650 and held by the same family for over 200 years. The modern era began in 1959 when the Tesseron family—famed for Cognac and later owners of Pontet-Canet—rebuilt the estate from scratch, raising quality dramatically. The 2020 is about 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot, with Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The Merlot, planted on prized blue clay (Crasse de Fer) like that of Petrus, adds seductive richness—especially in a vintage where Merlot shined. A heady, delicious Left Bank Bordeaux that’s sure to impress. - Ryan Tedder
The 2020 Lafon-Rochet represents the essence of classicism in Bordeaux. Medium in body and finely-cut, Lafon-Rochet is one of the classiest, more refined Saint-Estèphes readers will come across. Dark fruit, earthiness, lavender, licorice, menthol and cloves add nuance, but it is the wine's balance and vibrancy that impress most. Give the tannins a few years to melt away. Superb. Best after 2030.
Richly structured, powered by dark tannins and rich blackberry fruits, this estate has produced a very fine wine this vintage. The structure is considerable while keeping fruitiness and fine acidity in focus. The wine will certainly age well.
Crafted by former owner Basile Tesseron, the wine has a pleasingly silky, polished and smooth aspect, reflecting irresistible Cabernet-driven graphite and bright red and black fruit. Sheer pleasure! What I like most is the ripe polish without the modern gloss. Enjoy with baked aubergine or roast chicken.
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