{"product_id":"chateau-lafon-rochet-2005","title":"Château Lafon-Rochet 2005","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou must be 18 or over to purchase and receive this product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yWcLfW_streamingContainer markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChâteau Lafon-Rochet 2005\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Château Lafon-Rochet | \u003cstrong\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux, France\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 2005 | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Fourth Growth, 1855\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eBlend:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 2015–2035+ | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAging Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 30+ years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Lafon-Rochet is a historic Saint-Estèphe estate known for producing structured, classic Bordeaux with a strong Cabernet Sauvignon character. The estate’s gravel and clay soils provide the foundation for wines with depth, firm tannins and excellent cellaring potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2005 vintage is particularly impressive, benefiting from exceptional growing conditions across Bordeaux. Now well into maturity, the wine combines concentrated dark fruit with the savoury complexity that develops through extended bottle ageing. Cassis, blackberry and plum are complemented by cedar, tobacco, graphite, leather and earthy notes. The palate remains structured and fresh, but the tannins have softened considerably, making this a compelling mature Saint-Estèphe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromas of cassis, blackberry, black plum and dried cherry mingle with cedar, cigar box, tobacco, graphite, leather and subtle earthy notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and structured, with mature dark fruit supported by refined tannins and lively acidity. Flavours of blackcurrant, plum, dark chocolate, tobacco, spice and graphite develop with impressive depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, savoury and persistent, with lingering cassis, cedar, tobacco, spice and mineral character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Lafon-Rochet is situated in the northern Médoc appellation of Saint-Estèphe, close to several renowned classified-growth estates. The property is distinguished by its distinctive yellow château and gravel-rich terroir. Its wines traditionally combine the power and structure associated with Saint-Estèphe with a refined, aromatic character that rewards bottle ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fermented in temperature-controlled vats before ageing in French oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~13% ABV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature and drinking beautifully now, with the structure and freshness to develop further. Decant carefully for approximately 1 hour, particularly if the bottle has been well stored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e– Roast lamb\u003cbr\u003e– Côte de bœuf\u003cbr\u003e– Braised beef\u003cbr\u003e– Roast duck\u003cbr\u003e– Venison and other game\u003cbr\u003e– Beef Wellington\u003cbr\u003e– Wild mushroom dishes\u003cbr\u003e– Mature hard cheeses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","offers":[{"title":"750ml \/ 12","offer_id":54590464655693,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/5846\/2797\/files\/DSC_0540.jpg?v=1787922122","url":"https:\/\/sandersonwineconsultancy.com\/products\/chateau-lafon-rochet-2005","provider":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}