2005 Lafite (Left Bank Grade 1) 750ml

The 2005 Château Lafite Rothschild is a top-tier dry red wine from Château Lafite Rothschild, one of the five First Growths of Bordeaux, and enjoys an extremely high reputation in the wine collecting world.

Basic Information:

Château Lafite Rothschild, located in Pauillac, Bordeaux

Grape Varieties: Primarily a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc

Alcohol Content: 13% vol, Bottle Size: 750ml

Annual Production: Approximately 30,000 cases (12 bottles of 750ml each)

Vintage Characteristics: 2005 is widely considered one of the most outstanding vintages in Bordeaux in recent decades.

This year was blessed with favorable weather, with a warm, dry, and sunny summer and a cool, pleasant autumn without extreme weather. The perfect balance of rainfall aAuthoritative Ratings:

Robert Parker: 98 points

James Suckling: 100 points

Decanter: 99 points

Wine Enthusiast: 99 points

Tasting Characteristics:

Aroma: Intense and complex. When young, aromas of blackcurrant, black cherry, and other dark fruits are present, accompanied by notes of violet, cigar box, and graphite. With aging, deep aromas of cedar, tobacco, and chocolate develop.

Palmistry: Full-bodied and rich, with fine yet powerful tannins, excellent structure, moderate acidity, and a long, lingering finish.

Drinking Window: Optimal drinking window after 10-15 years of bottle aging; currently at its best.

Aging Potential: Can be aged for decades or even longer.

Price Reference:

E-commerce platform price: Approximately 12,888 RMB/bottle (750ml)

Historical Reference Price: 2023 buyback price was approximately 4,000 RMB/bottle; 2024 price is expected to be 20%-30% lower than previous years.nd sunshine during the growing season provided ideal conditions for the grapes to ripen.

Collectible Value: As a first-growth Bordeaux wine and a vintage of the century, the 2005 Lafite has high collectible value. Although its price fluctuates, it has generally remained high, making it a sought-after treasure among wine collectors.