Fine Wine

February 27March 07, 2023
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LOT 301

Lot 301

CHÂTEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 2003 (1) WA 100
CHÂTEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 2017 (1)
CHÂTEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD 2017 (1)

CHÂTEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 2003 (1) WA 100
CHÂTEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 2017 (1)
CHÂTEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD 2017 (1)
Lot 301 Details
CHÂTEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 2003 (1)

Pauillac. 1er Cru Classé
u. vts.

The 2003 Lafite Rothschild comes as close to perfection as any of the great Lafites made over the past three decades (1982, 1986, 1996, 2000, 2005, 2008, 2009 and 2010). This sensational effort came in at 12.7% natural alcohol, it is made in the style of one of this estate’s great classics, the 1959. Composed of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it exhibits a dense ruby/purple color to the rim along with a luxurious bouquet of cedarwood, lead pencil shaving, white chocolate, cocoa and cassis. Fat, rich, opulent and full-bodied with low acidity and stunning seductiveness and complexity, this noble wine possesses a bountiful, generous, heady style. It is just coming into its plateau of maturity where it should hold for 20-25 years. This is one of the candidates for the wine of the vintage – make no mistake about that. August 2014 Drink: 2014-2039 WA 100

CHÂTEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 2017 (1)

Pauillac. 1er Cru Classé
u. bn.

CHÂTEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD 2017 (1)

Pauillac. 1er Cru Classé
u. bn.

3 bts.    per lot $2,600 - $2,800

Realised: $5,400
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 301
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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