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Chateau Lafite Rothschild Pauillac Carruades de Lafite 1994 - 750ml (Damage item)

  • $2,000.00
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Chateau Lafite Rothschild Pauillac Carruades de Lafite 1994 - 750ml (Damage item)

  • $2,000.00

The 1994 Carruades de Lafite is the esteemed second wine of the First Growth estate, Château Lafite Rothschild, in Pauillac, Bordeaux. Blended from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc.

Product Core Specifications

  • Wine Name: Château Lafite Rothschild Carruades de Lafite 1994
  • Region: Pauillac, Médoc, Bordeaux, France
  • Grape Varieties: A classic Bordeaux blend primarily composed of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.
  • Ripiness: Fully Mature, suitable as a representative of Bordeaux wines aged over 30 years.
  • Flavor Characteristics: Aromas of ripe black cherry, cedar, forest floor, eucalyptus leaf, and iron, with a slightly delicate salty finish.
  • Professional Scores: Mainstream scores range from approximately 85 to 90 points.

Key Highlights

  • Shared Top Terroir: The grapes are harvested from the Carruades high-altitude vineyards adjacent to the flagship Château Lafite Rothschild, sharing similar top-tier terroir.
  • Extremely Rigorous Selection: Each year, Château Lafite Rothschild selects only about one-third of its top-quality wines for its flagship wine, while the remaining exceptionally high-quality essence is used for this second label, making it surpass the quality of many classified growths in the same appellation.
  • High-Value Collection: Compared to the expensive flagship wine, it offers a more accessible entry point, allowing collectors to experience Château Lafite Rothschild's classic winemaking techniques and aging potential.

Tasting Profile & History

  • Primary Notes: Features a classic, savory Bordeaux profile with black fruit aromas (blackberry, blackcurrant), accompanied by hints of vanilla and red rose.
  • Vintage Context: The 1994 Bordeaux vintage was solid, but this specific wine had a peak maturity window between 2000 and 2004. If you are holding a bottle, it is highly recommended to check the cork and ullage, as the wine may have oxidized or dried out.
  • Estate Connection: "Carruades" refers to the Carruades plateau, prime vineyard parcels acquired by the estate in 1985 that sit adjacent to the grand vin's primary plots.