{"product_id":"carruades-de-lafite-2012","title":"Carruades de Lafite  2012","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"73\" data-start=\"45\"\u003eYou must be 18 or over to purchase and receive this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"73\" data-start=\"45\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"73\" data-start=\"45\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"73\" data-start=\"45\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"73\" data-start=\"45\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"73\" data-start=\"45\"\u003eCarruades de Lafite 2012\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"380\" data-start=\"75\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"88\" data-start=\"75\"\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eChâteau Lafite Rothschild\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong data-end=\"145\" data-start=\"129\"\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pauillac, Bordeaux, France\u003cbr data-end=\"175\" data-start=\"172\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"187\" data-start=\"175\"\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2012 | \u003cstrong data-end=\"205\" data-start=\"195\"\u003eCuvée:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carruades de Lafite (Second Wine)\u003cbr data-end=\"242\" data-start=\"239\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"252\" data-start=\"242\"\u003eBlend:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot\u003cbr data-end=\"312\" data-start=\"309\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"332\" data-start=\"312\"\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2018–2035+ | \u003cstrong data-end=\"366\" data-start=\"346\"\u003eAging Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–25 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"385\" data-start=\"382\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"403\" data-start=\"387\" data-section-id=\"fqpvuy\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"403\" data-start=\"391\"\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"676\" data-start=\"405\"\u003eCarruades de Lafite is the second wine of Château Lafite Rothschild, crafted from specific parcels and younger vines within the estate. Known for its elegance and approachability compared to the grand vin, it still carries the unmistakable finesse and pedigree of Lafite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"890\" data-start=\"678\"\u003eThe 2012 vintage in Pauillac produced balanced, classic wines with refined tannins and fresh acidity. Carruades 2012 offers a graceful, polished expression, combining Pauillac structure with softer accessibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"895\" data-start=\"892\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"918\" data-start=\"897\" data-section-id=\"1857nbr\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"918\" data-start=\"901\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1038\" data-start=\"920\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"929\" data-start=\"920\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromas of blackcurrant, red cherry, and plum layered with cedar, graphite, tobacco, and subtle floral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1178\" data-start=\"1040\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1051\" data-start=\"1040\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied with silky tannins and a fresh core of dark and red fruits. Notes of cocoa, spice, and light oak add complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1265\" data-start=\"1180\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1191\" data-start=\"1180\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elegant and persistent, with lingering fruit, cedar, and mineral nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1270\" data-start=\"1267\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1296\" data-start=\"1272\" data-section-id=\"j3lacs\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1296\" data-start=\"1276\"\u003eProducer Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1562\" data-start=\"1298\"\u003eChâteau Lafite Rothschild is one of Bordeaux’s five First Growth estates and among the most prestigious wine producers in the world. Carruades de Lafite reflects the same terroir and expertise, offering a more approachable yet still refined expression of Pauillac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1567\" data-start=\"1564\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1589\" data-start=\"1569\" data-section-id=\"13z8f5d\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1589\" data-start=\"1573\"\u003eWine Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1857\" data-start=\"1591\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1608\" data-start=\"1591\"\u003eVinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fermented in temperature-controlled vats; aged approximately 16–18 months in French oak barrels (portion new)\u003cbr data-end=\"1721\" data-start=\"1718\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1741\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003eAlcohol Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~12.5–13% ABV\u003cbr data-end=\"1758\" data-start=\"1755\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1772\" data-start=\"1758\"\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drinking well now with decanting; will continue to evolve gracefully through 2035+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1862\" data-start=\"1859\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1896\" data-start=\"1864\" data-section-id=\"1ti1y5t\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1896\" data-start=\"1868\"\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2010\" data-start=\"1898\"\u003eIdeal with:\u003cbr data-end=\"1912\" data-start=\"1909\"\u003e– Roast lamb or beef\u003cbr data-end=\"1935\" data-start=\"1932\"\u003e– Duck breast\u003cbr data-end=\"1951\" data-start=\"1948\"\u003e– Grilled meats\u003cbr data-end=\"1969\" data-start=\"1966\"\u003e– Mushroom dishes\u003cbr data-end=\"1989\" data-start=\"1986\"\u003e– Aged hard cheeses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2015\" data-start=\"2012\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2110\" data-start=\"2017\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","offers":[{"title":"750ml \/ 2","offer_id":53684608106829,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/5846\/2797\/files\/DSC_0263.jpg?v=1776080987","url":"https:\/\/sandersonwineconsultancy.com\/products\/carruades-de-lafite-2012","provider":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}