Lot 366
CHÂTEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 2001 (1) WA 94
CHÂTEAU LATOUR 2001 (1) WS 95 WA 95
CHÂTEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD 2004 (1)
Lot 366 Details
CHÂTEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 2001 (1)
Pauillac. 1er Cru Classé
The 2001 Lafite Rothschild’s deep, saturated plum/purple color is accompanied by lead pencil liqueur-like notes intermixed with sweet red and black currants, plums, and cedar. This blend of 86.5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 13.5% Merlot is a classic example of Lafite. Extremely elegant, medium-bodied, with intense concentration, richness, and sweet tannin, it appears to be on a rapid evolutionary track, at least in comparison to recent Lafite vintages that have been far more backward and powerful. June 2004 WA 94
CHÂTEAU LATOUR 2001 (1)
Pauillac. 1er Cru Classé
u. vts. scraped label.
A brilliant offering, which should be drinkable much earlier than the blockbuster 2000, the 2001 Latour boasts an inky/ruby/purple color to the rim as well as a glorious bouquet of black currants, crushed stones, vanilla, and hints of truffles and oak. A blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon and the balance primarily Merlot with a touch of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it reveals a sweetness on the palate that is atypical for such a young Latour. The beautiful integration of tannin, acidity, and wood is stunning. The wine flows across the palate with fabulous texture, purity, and presence. This luscious, full-bodied Latour was surprisingly open-knit on the three occasions I tasted it from bottle. However, do not mistake its aging ability as this 2001, despite its precociousness, will last 20-25 years. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2025. June 2004 WS 95 WA 95
CHÂTEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD 2004 (1)
Pauillac. 1er Cru Classé
stained label.