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September 10 — 18, 2018
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LOT 570

Lot 570

CHÂTEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 2005 (1) 98 WS 96 WA
CHÂTEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD 2005 (1) 98 WA

CHÂTEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 2005 (1) 98 WS 96 WA CHÂTEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD 2005 (1) 98 WA
Lot 570 Details
CHÂTEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 2005 (1)

Pauillac. 1er Cru Classé

The palate is medium-bodied and beautifully balanced, to wit, a sophisticated Pauillac that priorities elegance and poise over intensity of fruit—in keeping with Lafite Rothschild's style. You come away with the sense that it will take its time and decline, giving away a great deal in its primacy, even if it is still more approachable than the 2005 Latour for example. Therefore, I would be inclined to set this aside for several more years. Tasted November 2014. WS 98 WA 96

CHÂTEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD 2005 (1)

Pauillac. 1er Cru Classé

There are layers and layers of black fruit intermingling with graphite and black pepper, and it wisely reins everything in on the finish that is more classic in style and in keeping with the vintage. If you are fortunate enough to have this wine in your cellar, even though those tannins are starting to be abraded by time, afford it another five or six years. Tasted August 2016. Drink Date: 2020-2050 WA 98

2 bts.    per lot $1,500 - $2,000

Realised: $2,700
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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