Lafite Rothschild - 2001 (750ml) 1989 This note is from a

This note is from a second bottle

imposing tannins that suggest it has a long life

vanilla and coffee flavors are ribbed with acidity

A few angular contours still need time to soften

— Joe Czerwinski

Lafite Rothschild - 2001 (750ml) 1989 This note is from aThe 2001 Lafite Rothschild's deep, saturated plum purple color is accompanied by lead pencil liqueur like notes intermixed with sweet red and black currants, plums, and cedar. This blend of 86. 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 13. 5% Merlot is a classic example of Lafite. Extremely elegant, medium bodied, with intense concentration, richness, and sweet tannin, it appears to be on a rapid evolutionary track, at least in comparison to recent Lafite vintages