Domaines Barons de Rothschild Lafite

Les Légendes R Pauillac Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot

8.968 ratings
9.19 pro ratings
Pauillac, Médoc, Bordeaux, France
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Salami & Prosciutto, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck
Top Notes For
Randy Fuller

This is a wine with a medium-dark tint to it. In addition to red berries, the nose brings a floral element and a trace of oak. On the palate, the fruit is forward while the savory oak notes come in behind. Tannins are quite firm and the acidity provides a tingle. The finish is long, with a hint of mint in it.

This is a wine with a medium-dark tint to it. In addition to red berries, the nose brings a floral element and a trace of oak. On the palate, the fruit is forward while the savory oak notes come in behind. Tannins are quite firm and the acidity provides a tingle. The finish is long, with a hint of mint in it.

Oct 9th, 2021
James Forsyth

Delicious wine made from grapes from Lafite and nearby. Impressive distinctive Bordeaux that is approachable now. Impressive for the price. #wbc18

Delicious wine made from grapes from Lafite and nearby. Impressive distinctive Bordeaux that is approachable now. Impressive for the price. #wbc18

Oct 5th, 2018
Jeff Burrows

#notWallaWalla Friendly Left Bank Bordeaux, classic combo of fruit & leather, surprisingly tame tannins. Liked it! #wbc18

#notWallaWalla Friendly Left Bank Bordeaux, classic combo of fruit & leather, surprisingly tame tannins. Liked it! #wbc18

Oct 5th, 2018
Bob McDonald

The 3rd ranked Cabernet blend cuvée from Lafite Rothschild. Deep Crimson with a purple tinge. Muted blackberry on the nose. On the palate austere, lacking in fruit with stern M+Tannins. Quite powerful from the excellent 2010 vintage. Sinewy notes on palate (from younger vines?). Seems to have not aged in 7 years. Give it another 5 to 10 years at least.

The 3rd ranked Cabernet blend cuvée from Lafite Rothschild. Deep Crimson with a purple tinge. Muted blackberry on the nose. On the palate austere, lacking in fruit with stern M+Tannins. Quite powerful from the excellent 2010 vintage. Sinewy notes on palate (from younger vines?). Seems to have not aged in 7 years. Give it another 5 to 10 years at least.

Jun 16th, 2017
Christian Gourdin

Takws a bit to open but when it was open, this wine was delicious. Lots of fruit, great structure, long finish. 2012 Pauillac

Takws a bit to open but when it was open, this wine was delicious. Lots of fruit, great structure, long finish. 2012 Pauillac

Jun 7th, 2016
Bob Bryden

Founder The Lake Sommelier, LLC, Author Wine Talk

8.7

Back to the old days----12.5pct AbV. Ample flavors and good with variety of food.

Back to the old days----12.5pct AbV. Ample flavors and good with variety of food.

Apr 3rd, 2016
Michael Hone

Balanced with oaky berry finish

Balanced with oaky berry finish

Mar 16th, 2024
Shuhui Ng

Dark ruby, medium bodied, structured - nose of blackberries, cedar and spice. Long finish with tinge of vanilla. Tannins was quite prevalent , need to decant longer!

Dark ruby, medium bodied, structured - nose of blackberries, cedar and spice. Long finish with tinge of vanilla. Tannins was quite prevalent , need to decant longer!

Mar 3rd, 2024
Mark S.

Dry, smooth, spicy 2017 @1500, Eva, 210831

Dry, smooth, spicy 2017 @1500, Eva, 210831

Aug 31st, 2021
Jan de Weerd

Pauillac at its best. Lead pencil, dry graphite, course tannins all in capsulated by dry rich extracts of dark cherry, blue berry and currant.

Pauillac at its best. Lead pencil, dry graphite, course tannins all in capsulated by dry rich extracts of dark cherry, blue berry and currant.

Aug 8th, 2021