Robert Parker (Apr The 1999 Carruades de Lafite is made in the style of its bigger sibling. It reveals graphite, lead pencil, black currant, and cedary aromas, medium
Robert Parker (Apr 01)
This has become one of the finest second wines produced. The 1998 (a blend of 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 4.5% Cabernet Franc, and 1.5%
Robert Parker (Jun 15)
Their second wine, the 2005 Carruades de Lafite, shows much of the character of its bigger sister, with loads of red and black currant fruit,
Robert Parker (Feb 93)
I lament the fact that few "second" wines actually resemble their more esteemed siblings. Why? As severe as the selection can be for the grand
Robert Parker (Jun 2015) Drink date 2015-2035
Their second wine, the 2005 Carruades de Lafite, shows much of the character of its bigger sister, with loads of red and
Robert Parker quoted (feb 09)
The second wine, which has soared in quality over the last decade, is an outstanding effort displaying a character similar to that of Lafite,
Robert Parker (Jun 2004)
The elegant second wine, 2001 Carruades de Lafite reveals notions of lead pencil shavings intertwined with cherry, currant, cranberry, and wet stone-like aromas. Drink
Robert Parker (Dec 94)
First the good news. Certan de May's 1992 is obviously a powerful, concentrated wine, with the intensely herbaceous side of Certan de May fortunately subdued.
Robert Parker quoted (Jan 03) Drink date 2003-25
Dwarfed by its younger sibling, the 1990, the 1989 Chateau Margaux has a dark plum/garnet color and a big, sweet nose
Robert Parker (Jan 03)
In a difficult vintage, Chateau Margaux produced a relatively mid-weight, soft, richly fruit wine with some hints of weedy tobacco in the aromas and flavors