2016 Vintage · Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux · 750ml · Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot

France
In the Glass
AROMA
Cassis, plum, cedar, violet and tobacco.
PALATE
Firm but poised Saint-Estèphe with long Cabernet structure.
DRINKING WINDOW
Enjoy now. Well-stored bottles may show appealing mature complexity.
The Story
Lafon-Rochet 2016 shows Saint-Estèphe's commanding structure with the polish of an excellent Bordeaux vintage.
Saint-Estèphe can feel more firmly structured than Margaux, and Lafon-Rochet often shows that character through concentrated Cabernet fruit and measured savoury detail.
The Producer
Château Lafon-Rochet is a classified-growth estate in Saint-Estèphe.
Place & Terroir
Saint-Estèphe's clay-and-gravel soils bring firm structure and reliable depth to Cabernet and Merlot.
Perfect Pairings
Roast lamb, grilled beef, wild mushrooms or a savoury slow-cooked dish.
Serve around 16–18°C, with air for youthful structured bottles.
Worth Knowing
The 2016 vintage is explicitly shown in the product name.