Lafon Rochet Red 2018 A Grand Crus From St Estephe

Wine description

The LAFON ROCHET is a prestigious wine from the Château Lafon-Rochet vineyard in the Saint-Estèphe region. This wine is carefully crafted from a blend of exceptional grape varieties, including Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine reaches an alcohol of 14%, making it a wine of character and high quality.

Tasting notes

The LAFON ROCHET has a dark ruby color with purple hues. The nose is dominated by intense aromas of very ripe fruits and spicy notes. On the palate, this wine has a fine and well-balanced structure with solid tannins that add a beautiful richness to the mouth. The wine leaves a pleasant sensation of freshness at the end of the mouth.

Food pairing

The LAFON ROCHET is a wine that offers great versatility in terms of food pairing. It perfectly complements rich and hearty meat dishes such as beef, lamb, and game, including deer and venison. This characterful wine can also be harmonized with poultry dishes such as roasted duck and chicken. For a perfect pairing, it is recommended to serve this wine at a temperature between 16 and 18°C.

Conclusion

The LAFON ROCHET is an exceptional wine that perfectly reflects the Saint-Estèphe terroir. With its fruity aromas, fine structure, and solid tannins, this wine is an ideal choice for wine lovers. Thanks to its great versatility, it can be easily paired with a variety of meat and poultry dishes. It is recommended to serve it at an ideal temperature to fully reveal its taste qualities.

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