"Emblematic Premier Grands Crus Classé de 1855, Château Lafite Rothschild presents us this year with a wine of quiet power. The nose opens with greedy notes of black fruit and subtle roasting. On the palate, the straightforward attack evolves into a perfectly balanced body. Elegance, concentration and precision are the hallmarks of its finely chiselled tannins. With incredible length, Lafite once again offers us a real little nugget." - Marie, Oenologist Premium Grands Crus - April 2024
We've known hot vintages, sometimes Secs, cold and/or wet vintages; in 2023 we discover the tropical vintage!
The difficulties of the spring weather meant a relentless viticultural battle, necessitated by our commitment to organic viticulture and the heavy pressure of mildew. Despite this, we succeeded in showcasing our terroir with a very fine red Domaine de Chevalier and an exceptional white Domaine de Chevalier.
Spring was early, very mild and with plenty of rain. A heavy emergence and rapid flowering around May 25, followed by very good fruit set, augured well for a good harvest. Daily thunderstorms in the 2nd fortnight of June increased the virulence of the mildew. The promise of a good yield vanished, especially for Merlot.
Seen from another angle, the stormy rainfall at the end of June and July fortunately helped the bunches that had been spared to swell and regain a little volume.
The second half of the vintage was a different story: the very fine, hot weather at the end of August and the Secs winds of the magnificent, sunny month of September, with its wide temperature variations, ripened and concentrated all the grape varieties.
Harvesting of the white grapes began at the end of August for the early parcels. Our strategy of selecting and sorting the grapes ensured precise ripeness and exceptional balance. For the reds, we began harvesting ripe Merlot on September 7. Cabernet Sauvignon finished on September 30.
At harvest reception, vibrating tables, optical sorting and a densimetric bath enabled us to make the right choice... Precision continues to improve, and quality continues to rise..
In the cellar, new vats have been added to an already extensive range, where each red grape variety is highlighted according to its age, origin and the year's viticultural observa on. The results are superb, with white wines of the highest level, powerful, elegant and fresh, and red wines that are rich, ripe and full-bodied, with velvety, flavorful tannins. The quality of the well-preserved acidity enhances and energizes both wines
Intense, elegant and highly complex fruitiness. Fresh fragrances of citrus, herbs and springtime white flowers (hawthorn, acacia, elderberry) delicately dress concentrated, very fresh white fruits (vine peach, nectarine, pear, passion fruit...)
On the palate, this wine is very dis nguished. Its elegant richness and caressing texture are enhanced by the wild flavors of the terroir. Beautiful floral bitters sheath the pulpy ripeness of this blend. The acid balance is vibrant. Intense flavor radiates elegance and purity.
Endless finish.
To take advantage of the biggest discount, we encourage you to get together with your family, colleagues or friends so that you can easily reach the 24 bottles and benefit from a 15% discount.