The Carruades De Lafite 2006 is an iconic Bordeaux red with a complex bouquet of black fruits and spice. Elegant, structured, and persistent on the palate, it's perfect for special moments.
France - Bordeaux, Pauillac Dry Red Wine Cabernet Sauvignon (50%), Merlot (43%), Cabernet Franc (4%), Petit Verdot (3%)
Lafite-rothschild Carruades De Lafite - 2006 750 ml
705.00 €
Colour
Intense ruby red, with garnet reflections that evolve over time.
Bouquet
Complex bouquet with ripe black fruits, cedar, spicy notes, tobacco, graphite, and hints of undergrowth.
Taste
Elegant and structured, with silky tannins, excellent freshness, balance, and a long aromatic persistence.
Alcohol content
13% vol.
Type of glass
Large Bordeaux or Grand Cru glass, to enhance the complex aromas.
Pairings
Ideal with roasted or braised red meats, noble game, aged cheeses, and truffle dishes.
Refinement
18-20 months in French oak barriques, with a variable percentage of new wood.
Vinification
Manual harvest, careful selection of grapes, fermentation in vats, and long post-fermentation maceration.