Chateau Lafite Rothschild Bordeaux Pauillac Premier Cru Classe Red 2009

Chateau Lafite Rothschild 2009 – Bordeaux 750ml | Premier Grand Cru

Chateau Lafite Rothschild 2009 – Legendary, Elegant and Age-worthy

The Chateau Lafite Rothschild 2009 is widely regarded as one of the finest Bordeaux vintages of the century. This 750ml Pauillac is a classic left-bank blend (approx. 82.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, 0.5% Petit Verdot) with a deep garnet-black color. It offers intense aromatics of cassis, cedar spice, ink/graphite and truffle. Leading critics awarded the 2009 Lafite top scores (97–100 points), reflecting its remarkable power, balance and finesse.

Vineyards & Terroir

Château Lafite’s 112 hectares of vineyards sit on deep gravel terraces above the Gironde estuary. The stony gravel soils with limestone subsoil produce structured, age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignons with polished tannins. In 2009 the grapes benefited from a wet spring followed by a long, warm dry summer with cool nights, yielding exceptionally ripe, concentrated fruit.

Winemaking & Aging

The 2009 grapes were hand-harvested, sorted, and fermented in temperature-controlled vats with indigenous yeasts. After fermentation and malolactic conversion, the wine was aged 18–20 months in 100% new French oak barrels. Only about 40–45% of the harvest was selected for the Grand Vin, resulting in an extraordinarily concentrated wine.

Tasting Notes

This Lafite opens with an opulent bouquet of blackcurrant, dark plum, cedarwood and pencil-lead minerality. On the palate it is rich, powerful and seamless: lush blackberry, cassis and truffle flavors are framed by ultra-fine, silky tannins and bright mineral freshness. The finish is incredibly long and refined, with spicy tobacco and graphite notes underscoring its trademark elegance.

Food Pairings

This powerful Pauillac is best with rich, savory dishes. Ideal matches include roast or grilled red meats (pepper-crusted ribeye, herb-crusted lamb or truffled Chateaubriand), game (such as duck or venison) and hearty stews. It also pairs beautifully with aged hard cheeses and umami-rich sides like mushroom risotto.

Why Buy Lafite 2009?

• Critically acclaimed – awarded 97–100 points by top reviewers worldwide
• Premier Grand Cru pedigree – flagship wine of Pauillac’s most prestigious estate
• Legendary longevity – intense concentration promises 50–100 years of aging potential
• Velvety texture – sumptuous, polished tannins and a flawlessly balanced structure
• Limited rarity – extremely collectible and in high global demand
• Iconic luxury – a symbol of Bordeaux prestige and fine living

Ideal For

Wine enthusiasts and collectors, premium gifts and milestone celebrations (weddings, anniversaries, etc.). Perfect for an elegant dinner party or for adding a trophy bottle to a world-class cellar.