Château Lafite Rothschild is one of Bordeaux’s most revered First Growths, celebrated for its finesse, aromatic purity, and extraordinary ageing capacity. With centuries of winemaking mastery, Lafite consistently crafts wines defined by elegance, precision, and mineral-driven structure. The 2002 vintage is a beautifully classical expression of the estate.
Vineyard
Located on Pauillac’s highest gravel croupes, Lafite’s vineyards feature deep gravel over limestone, providing ideal drainage and imparting the château’s signature graphite and cedar notes. Old-vine Cabernet Sauvignon forms the backbone of the grand vin, supported by Merlot and small portions of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Rigorous vineyard selection ensures only the finest fruit is chosen.
Vintage
2002 was a cooler, more traditional Left Bank vintage, marked by a late but successful harvest. While many châteaux struggled, Lafite excelled through meticulous vineyard management and strict sorting. The resulting wines are refined, structured, and aromatically pure — beautifully balanced with long-term ageing potential.
Tasting Notes
The 2002 Château Lafite Rothschild reveals aromas of blackcurrant, cedar, graphite, pencil shavings, violets, and subtle tobacco leaf. The palate is medium-bodied, linear, and exquisitely balanced — offering pure cassis, redcurrant, savoury herbs, and fine-grained tannins. Fresh acidity and classic Pauillac minerality lead into a long, elegant finish. A stylish, understated Lafite built on finesse rather than power.
Critics’ Acclaim
Consistently praised for purity, precision, and classical structure
Considered one of the strongest Left Bank wines of the 2002 vintage
Technical Information
Region: Pauillac, Bordeaux
Classification: Premier Grand Cru Classé (First Growth)
Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon–dominant
Alcohol: ~12.5%
Drinking Window: Now–2040+
A Collectible Gem
The 2002 Château Lafite Rothschild is a beautifully mature, classically styled Pauillac — refined, aromatic, and perfectly balanced. A superb choice for collectors seeking an elegant, understated Lafite with decades of graceful life remaining.
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