Showing the heat of the vintage, the 2009 Lafon-Rochet is a plush, medium bodied Saint Estephe with gorgeous ripples of blackberry, boysenberry, coconut cream and balsamic. There is little to no perceptible tannin and gentle acidity, making this a supple drinker now that should probably be enjoyed in the near term.
Showing the heat of the vintage, the 2009 Lafon-Rochet is a plush, medium bodied Saint Estephe with gorgeous ripples of blackberry, boysenberry, coconut cream and balsamic. There is little to no perceptible tannin and gentle acidity, making this a supple drinker now that should probably be enjoyed in the near term.
Jun 20th, 2021
Near Pauillac, similar soil to Costes. Very distinct pepper notes.
Near Pauillac, similar soil to Costes. Very distinct pepper notes.
Feb 5th, 2021
2014 vintage. Last tasted 01.30.25 (9.3). Decanted and tasted after 2.5 hours. Same, consistent notes as previous visit. Performing nicely now. 07.04.25.
2014 vintage. Last tasted 01.30.25 (9.3). Decanted and tasted after 2.5 hours. Same, consistent notes as previous visit. Performing nicely now. 07.04.25.
Jul 5th, 20252014 vintage. Drinking as a more traditional St. Estèphe here vs lusher, newer vintages. In a great place currently and showing well. Not ridiculously expansive and otherworldly but doesn't need to be in the mid-$40's resto cost. Checks so many boxes. Leaner, chiseled and durty. Classic Stèphie. 1.30.25.
2014 vintage. Drinking as a more traditional St. Estèphe here vs lusher, newer vintages. In a great place currently and showing well. Not ridiculously expansive and otherworldly but doesn't need to be in the mid-$40's resto cost. Checks so many boxes. Leaner, chiseled and durty. Classic Stèphie. 1.30.25.
Jan 30th, 2025
Garnet & opaque. Smell: floral, tobacco, milder than others tasted at same time. Taste: strong softer tannins, well balanced alcohol, light blackberry, long finish, slight vanilla.
Garnet & opaque. Smell: floral, tobacco, milder than others tasted at same time. Taste: strong softer tannins, well balanced alcohol, light blackberry, long finish, slight vanilla.
Oct 29th, 2017Stunning! Shared at luncheon hosted by Château de Lescours on 4/9/16. Beautifully harmonious, balanced, fully mature but not over the hill. Rich mouth-feel, almost chewy (in a good way).
Stunning! Shared at luncheon hosted by Château de Lescours on 4/9/16. Beautifully harmonious, balanced, fully mature but not over the hill. Rich mouth-feel, almost chewy (in a good way).
Jul 18th, 2016
Greg had this 10 years ago
Greg had this 10 years ago
Feb 2nd, 2016
Jason had this 10 years ago
Jason had this 10 years ago
Feb 1st, 2016
Thijs had this 7 months ago
Thijs had this 7 months ago
Apr 15th, 2025
Drew had this a year ago
Oct 27th, 2024
St. Estèphe, Médoc, Bordeaux, France
