A byword for luxury and exclusivity, Lafite is highly sought after in any vintage.
 
It is the most famous estate from the Left Bank of Bordeaux. Chateau Lafite also produces a second label - Carruades de Lafite which is presumably to be able to enjoy at younger ages. More Merlot appears in the final blend to enhance the fruitiness of the wine. Given the tremendous raw materials, Carruades de Lafite remains a steal for connoisseurs who want to explore Chateau Lafite without breaking the bank.
 
1996 Lafite Rothschild received a 100-point from Robert Parker, who believed it is “The wine of the vintage”. Comparing it with the Chateau Lafite Rothschild, Carruades de Lafite costs only around 25% of the price which is an incredibly appealing buy. With about 26 years of maturity, Carruades de Lafite 1996 will be also superbly fantastic.