Château Lafon-Rochet 2009

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Château Lafon-Rochet 2009

Producer: Château Lafon-Rochet | Appellation: Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux, France
Vintage: 2009 | Classification: 4ème Cru Classé (Fourth Growth)
Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Drinking Window: 2015–2040+ | Aging Potential: 30+ years

The Wine

The 2009 Château Lafon-Rochet is a benchmark Saint-Estèphe from an exceptional vintage. Known for its warmth and power, the 2009 harvest produced wines of richness and balance. Lafon-Rochet captures the power of the year while maintaining the estate’s hallmark precision and elegance, resulting in one of the finest expressions of this cru classé in the modern era.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Aromas of ripe blackcurrant, plum, and blackberry, with undertones of cedar, graphite, and cigar box.

Palate: Full-bodied and velvety, with layers of dark fruit, cocoa, and spice supported by refined tannins. The mid-palate is generous yet structured, reflecting the vintage’s natural density.

Finish: Long, rich, and harmoniously balanced, with lingering notes of cassis, tobacco, and warm oak.

Producer Details

Château Lafon-Rochet, classified as a Fourth Growth in 1855, lies between Cos d’Estournel and Lafite-Rothschild — two of the Médoc’s most celebrated estates. Owned by the Tesseron family (who also own Pontet-Canet), Lafon-Rochet has long been admired for its consistent quality and classic Saint-Estèphe character, marked by depth, structure, and longevity.

Wine Details

Vinification: Traditional vinification in temperature-controlled stainless steel; aged 18 months in French oak barrels (approximately 50% new)
Alcohol Content: ~14% ABV
Cellaring: Approachable now, with optimal drinking through 2040+

Food Pairing Suggestions

A perfect match for roast lamb, beef tenderloin, venison, or aged hard cheeses such as Comté or Manchego.