Château Lafite-Rothschild 2024

An iconic red wine from Pauillac, silky and delicate

The estate

Ranked first among the crus in the 1855 classification, the Château Lafite-Rothschild reigns supreme over its gravel lands. With a winemaking tradition dating back to 1620, it has established itself over the centuries as one of the most brilliant symbols of the Pauillac appellation, on the left bank of the Bordeaux vineyard. Prestigious historical figures, from Cardinal de Richelieu to Thomas Jefferson, then President of the United States, have succumbed to the incomparable elegance and unique soul of its great wines.

The vineyard

Château Lafite-Rothschild is made from an exceptional terroir of Pauillac, where the vineyard extends over three major groups. Around the château, on the hillsides, on the Carruades plateau to the west and a plot located in the commune of Saint-Estèphe, the vines thrive on deep, fine gravel soils. In depth, a limestone subsoil ensures optimal drainage, contributing to the harmonious expression of the grape varieties.

The vintage

The year 2024 is marked by a strong pressure of mildew in the spring, before a more favorable summer, ideal for the maturation of the berries.

Vinification and aging

Short vinifications are accompanied by gentle extractions to reveal the elegance and precision of this vintage.

Blend

Château Lafite-Rothschild 2024 is made from a blend of cabernet sauvignon (96%), merlot (3%) and petit verdot (1%).