Château Lafon-Rochet Saint-Estèphe Grand Cru Classé AOC

Château Lafon-Rochet is one of the oldest estates in Saint-Estèphe, with origins dating back to the 16th century.

Initially known as “Domaine de Rochet”, it was renamed “Château Lafon-Rochet” in 1650 following the marriage of its owner, Antoinette de Guillemotes, to Étienne de Lafon. Château Lafon-Rochet saw two centuries of winegrowing during which the vineyard grew and improved dramatically, culminating in its awarding of the title of Quatrième Grand Cru Classé at the Official Classification of 1855.

The estate’s flagship wine is produced from the highest-lying plots, situated in equal parts amongst clay-rich gravel and deep gravel soils. Château Lafon-Rochet is a wine with a distinct identity, where the natural power of the Saint-Estèphe terroir meets a unique freshness. In most vintages, it expresses deep aromas of black fruit, supported by a precise, supple and perfectly integrated tannic structure.

Even in its youth, it captivates with its aromatic intensity and the elegance of its texture, whilst offering excellent drinkability. With age, this power harmonises, revealing a balanced, vibrant wine with lingering freshness. This refined and meticulous style fully embodies the expression of the Lafon-Rochet terroir and its remarkable ageing potential.

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VARIETALS
65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc

VINTAGE
2019 (1500ml)

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