Chateau Lafite Rothschild Premier Cru Classe, Pauillac 2009

The 2009 Lafite-Rothschild does not quite click into fifth gear on this occasion. It is certainly more classically styled than the bottle shown at Farr's tasting the following week, with cedar and leather aromas, more undergrowth scents than others. The palate is medium-bodied with a smooth sleek texture, not grippy and clearly without Latour's backbone, yet very long with a surprisingly sweet finish. Very fine. Tasted at BI Wines & Spirits' Ten Year On tasting.

• Drinking Window: 2020 - 2050
• Reviewer Name: Neal Martin
• Review Date: March 2019