Carruades de Lafite 2003 is the second label of Château Lafite Rothschild, a first-growth Bordeaux estate, produced in the Pauillac appellation of France. This vintage is a blend of 50% Merlot, 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 2% Cabernet Franc.
- Vintage and Flavor Characteristics
- Climate Challenges: Bordeaux experienced an extremely rare summer heatwave in 2003, with temperatures exceeding 40°C in early August.
- Wine Style: Despite the heat, this wine maintained a moderate alcohol content of 12.8%. It is rich and oily on the palate, with smooth, ripe tannins, and aromas of ripe blackberry, fig, blackcurrant, cedar, and the signature graphite.
- Drinking Window: Robert Parker awarded this wine 91 points, indicating it has reached its full maturity.
This wine has aromas of blackberry, fig, toasted oak, and dark chocolate. It is full-bodied and smooth on the palate.
