Located in a superb region between Lafite Rothschild and Cos d'Estournel, Lafon Rochet has some of the most prestigious wine-producing neighbours in the world. The history of the Chateau dates back to 1650, when Antoinette de Guillemotte gave the ownership of an estate named 'Rochette' to her husband Pierre de Lafon. Hence the Chateau adopted his name to become Chateau Lafon-Rochet, and the Chateau remained in the Lafon family for over two centuries. The family invested a lot of time into producing good wine and their efforts were rewarded when the Chateau was included in the 1855 Classification. 40% new barrels. Parker, 89+. (12 x 75 cl)
Located in a superb region between Lafite Rothschild and Cos d'Estournel, Lafon Rochet has some of the most prestigious wine-producing neighbours in the world. The history of the Chateau dates back to 1650, when Antoinette de Guillemotte gave the ownership of an estate named 'Rochette' to her husband Pierre de Lafon. Hence the Chateau adopted his name to become Chateau Lafon-Rochet, and the Chateau remained in the Lafon family for over two centuries. The family invested a lot of time in producing good wine and their efforts were rewarded when the Chateau was included in the 1855 Classification. 40% new barrels. Parker, 90. (12 x 75 cl)
The origin of the 'Rochet' name lies quite obviously in the word 'roches', as in the 'rocks' that make up the soil of the Lafon-Rochet domain. This red has a fruity nose, structured attack featuring delicate tannins that deliver through to the long finish. (12 x 75 cl)