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Carruades de Lafite 2006

2nd wine of Ch. Lafite-Rothschild -

Bordeaux

Pauillac

- Red - See details

Parker | 90

J. Robinson | 16

Wine Spectator | 89

R. Gabriel | 16

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Packaging : 1 Bottle (75cl)

1 x 75CL

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12 x 75CL

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ALL VINTAGES OF THIS WINE

All Château Lafite-Rothschild wines

Marks and reviews

/100

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

Robert M. Parker, Jr.

The second wine, which has soared in quality over the last decade, is an outstanding effort displaying a character similar to that of Lafite, without the size, depth, and aging potential of that wine. The 2006 Carruades de Lafite offers up aromas of graphite, cedar, black currants, sweet cherries, and smoky herbs. This complex, more evolved, medium-bodied, silky-textured, sexy offering will provide plenty of pleasure over the next 15+ years.

/100

Wine Spectator

Raspberry and black licorice on the nose, with a hint of tar. Full-bodied, with well-integrated tannins and a medium finish. A little tight and one-dimensional now, but very good. Best after 2012. 27,580 cases made.

/20

Jancis Robinson

Smudgy rim. Jagged, embryonic nose. Smooth and polished but without much real spark. As though it has gone through too many committees. (JR)

/20

Weinwisser

Very deep garnet with a ruby-purple rim. On the nose, prune, dark malt hints suggesting a certain sweetness, rock candy, tar notes, surprisingly deep, dried black trumpet mushrooms. Surprisingly refined on the palate, with extract wrapped in a lovely melt-in texture; the astringency initially comes across as quite fine, then turns into firm, peppery tannins on the finish, binding with the extract. The finale currently shows a touch of bitterness; more of a food wine, and always remaining slightly dry.

/20

René Gabriel

Very deep garnet with a ruby-purple rim. Prunes on the nose, dark malt notes that bring a certain sweetness, rock candy, tar notes, surprisingly deep, dried black trumpets. Surprisingly fine on the palate: the extract is wrapped in a lovely creamy texture, so the astringency initially feels quite refined; on the finish, firmer, peppery tannins appear and connect with the extract, showing a certain bitterness at the moment. It will remain more of a food wine and always slightly dry. 09: drank easily and was served to me blind in Viareggio at Restaurant Henri. Bordeaux was obvious—no great one—and that was obvious too. But when I saw the label and thought about what this second wine is currently going for, I couldn’t help but shake my head a bit.

/20

André Kunz

Fruity, light, sweet bouquet with black berries, dried fruits and black cherries. Fruity, medium-bodied, slightly austere palate with moderate fruit, plenty of tannin and sweet aromatics. Dry, medium-length finish with a delicate sweetness. 16/20 2011 - 2020

/100

Jean-Marc Quarin

Beautiful colour. Fruity, ripe, fresh nose. The wine shows ripe flavours and well-extracted tannins. Smooth and pleasant on the palate, it finishes with a medium-length finish. Only the aromatic expression struck me as a little restrained. Ageing will tell the rest.

Description

Characteristics and Tasting Tips for Carruades de Lafite 2006

Tasting

Colour
This red wine reveals a deep garnet hue, with slightly lighter tints at the rim that bear witness to its graceful evolution, while retaining a remarkable brilliance.

Nose
Beautifully complex, the bouquet opens with notes of black fruit such as blackcurrant and sweet cherry, intertwined with touches of cedar and graphite. With aeration, indulgent scents of spice cake and dark chocolate emerge, subtly evolving towards tertiary aromas of undergrowth, fine leather and blond tobacco.

Palate
The palate offers a silky texture supported by a fine yet assertive tannic structure. Medium-bodied, it shows a lovely balance thanks to well-integrated acidity. Flavours of black fruit, cedar and smoky herbs stretch out towards a delicate, clean finish of fine persistence.

Food and Wine Pairings

This fine wine pairs wonderfully with roasted red meats such as a rib of beef or a tournedos. It will also elevate game dishes, such as venison served with a mushroom or truffle sauce, as well as aged hard cheeses like Comté.

Serving and Ageing

To fully appreciate this vintage, serve it at a temperature between 16 and 18°C, after a moderate decanting of one to two hours. With serious ageing potential, it can be enjoyed now and will continue to evolve gracefully until around 2026.

The Refinement and Expression of a Pauillac Wine

The Estate

Located at the heart of the Bordeaux vineyards, Château Lafite-Rothschild is a true icon whose wine estate was established in the late 17th century. Ranked as a Premier Cru in 1855, it has belonged to the Rothschild family since 1868. Today, Saskia de Rothschild heads this prestigious property, which covers some 178 hectares. Renowned worldwide for the elegance and longevity of its wines, the estate also stands out for its strong environmental commitment, embracing agroecological practices and a conversion to organic farming.

The Vineyard

The grapes for this cuvée come mainly from the Carruades plateau, an exceptional terroir located to the west of the château, within the Pauillac appellation. This sector lies on deep gravel soils over a limestone bedrock, providing optimal drainage. Managed with great rigour, the vineyard benefits from winter cover cropping and biodiversity-friendly practices, encouraging the vines to root deeply and fostering an authentic expression of the terroir.

The Vintage

2006 stands out as a classic vintage in the region. The weather alternated between warm spells and cooler periods. Some rainfall called for constant vigilance against disease in the vineyard, but careful vineyard management made it possible to harvest berries of fine ripeness that retained excellent freshness.

Vinification and Ageing

This wine is crafted with meticulous care. The berries undergo plot-by-plot vinification in wooden and stainless steel vats, allowing the different origins of the grapes to be kept separate. The wine is then aged for 18 to 20 months in French oak barrels that held the grand vin the previous year, ensuring a subtle integration of the oak.

Grape Varieties

This wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (48%), Merlot (48%), Cabernet Franc (2.5%) and Petit Verdot (1.5%).