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Chateau Lafite Rothschild Pauillac 1986
S$1,890.00
A Monument of Bordeaux
One of the estate’s most legendary vintages, combining immense structure with extraordinary elegance. Bursting with layers of cassis, graphite, cedar, and tobacco, it remains remarkably vibrant nearly four decades on, with the promise of continued evolution for decades to come. Rarely available on the market and coveted by collectors worldwide, this bottle represents not only an unforgettable drinking experience but also a blue-chip investment in Bordeaux’s timeless heritage.
Ratings: WS: 94 | RP: 100 | JS: 100
Quantity
Only 6 left in stock
Wine Information
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Type: Red
Winery: Château Lafite Rothschild
Vintage: 1986
Size: 0.75
Tasting Notes
Deep garnet with ruby reflections, it opens with profound aromas of blackcurrant, graphite, cedar, and pencil shavings, wrapped in hints of tobacco, leather, and dried violets. On the palate, it is powerful and structured, with layers of cassis, blackberry, and earthy truffle balanced by refined minerality and Lafite’s signature elegance. The tannins remain firm yet silky, supporting an endless finish of cedar spice and cigar box.
Pairings
Rich meats like wagyu beef, roast duck, or herb-roasted lamb bring out the wine’s cassis, graphite, and cedar layers, while seafood such as seared scallops or lobster in light butter sauces balances its refined acidity. Local favorites like black pepper crab, char siew, or truffle-infused dishes harmonize beautifully with its earthy complexity, and aged cheeses or lightly roasted nuts enhance the wine’s aromatic depth
Decant
1–2 hours before serving. This allows the wine to breathe and reveal layers of cassis, cedar, graphite, and earthy nuances.
Drinking Window
Now through 2040+. The wine will continue to evolve gracefully, developing more tertiary notes like forest floor, leather, and subtle spice.
