{"product_id":"chateau-lafite-rothschild-1988","title":"Château Lafite Rothschild 1988","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Lafite Rothschild 1988 is a classic Pauillac from one of the most celebrated names in Bordeaux. As a Premier Cru Classé from the historic 1855 classification, it combines rarity, pedigree, and the unmistakable refinement that has made Lafite a benchmark for Médoc wines for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakuprofiili\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 1988 Lafite typically shows a deep, mature ruby color that hints at its structure and age. The bouquet is beautifully layered, with cedar, cassis, dried dark fruits, subtle herbs, and the kind of earthy nuance and graphite character associated with great Pauillac.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is concentrated and tightly woven, with impressive depth, firm tannins, and a focused, long finish. Even with maturity, it retains a restrained elegance rather than overt richness, and it has the structure to age gracefully for many years when stored well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViininvalmistus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Lafite Rothschild is located in Pauillac in the northern Médoc, where gravelly soils and a cool Atlantic-influenced climate favor Cabernet-driven wines with finesse and longevity. The estate is known for strict yield control, manual harvesting, and meticulous work in the vineyard throughout the year, with careful, low-intervention farming that supports old vines and healthy fruit quality. The Grand Vin is vinified with great precision to preserve purity, balance, and the signature Lafite sense of detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuoka \u0026amp; tarjoilu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an elegant wine for equally refined dishes such as roast lamb, beef tenderloin, duck breast, game, truffle risotto, or mature hard cheeses. Serve at around 16-18°C, and consider decanting for about 1-2 hours if the bottle is younger-looking or showing some reduction; for a mature bottle, a gentle decant shortly before serving is usually sufficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuottaja\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Lafite Rothschild is one of Bordeaux’s most legendary estates, with origins dating back to the 13th century and a reputation that was cemented in the 18th century under the Ségur family. Recognized as one of only four Premier Cru estates in the 1855 classification, it has long been associated with some of the most sought-after wines in the world. Under the Rothschild family, the château has maintained its elite status while continuing to set the standard for elegance and longevity in fine wine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Lafite","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49122410627314,"sku":"FW-2597","price":669.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/4810\/5202\/files\/lafite_nv_2.png?v=1777475911","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.fi\/products\/chateau-lafite-rothschild-1988","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}