Carruades de Lafite 2002
Bottle (75cl) Red

About Carruades de Lafite 2002
Bottle (75cl)

The Carruades de Lafite is the second wine of Château Lafite Rothschild. Originally named Moulin des Carruades, it was named after its vineyard, located on the plateau of Les Carruades, a group of parcels of Pauillac not far from the Château Lafite Rothschild estate.

The vineyard is mainly planted with Cabernet Sauvignon (71%), the rest being divided between Merlot (25%), Cabernet Franc (3%) and Petit Verdot (1%). All these vines are on average 40 years old.

The Carruades de lafite 2002 is a dark purple coloured wine.
On the nose, it is very close to Lafite Rothschild perfume. It has a bouquet reminiscent of wild berries, with red and black currants, plum and cherry aromas. This fruit cocktail is wrapped in a touch of lead pencil and wood.
In the mouth, the Carruades de Lafites is less concentrated than its illustrious older brother. It is a medium-bodied wine, which may seem a bit austere. Nevertheless, after decanting it and letting it rest for a few hours, it finally opened up and gave it its full potential!

The Carruades de Lafite 2002 will perfectly accompany a cheese aged to a powerful taste.

Food and wine pairing

Lamb - Veal - Soft and fine game (deer, quail)

Features and characteristics

Other vintages from this owner

• 1928
• 1951