Pavillon du Lac
For generations, the Lafite Rothschild family has been looking at the best ways to capture the singularity of a specific terroir. With its mosaic of terroirs and its most renowned grape varietals, the picturesque hillsides of Bordeaux offer an extraordinary place for wine creation. Observing how nature creates and transforms, has always provided a source of inspiration to fuel the innovative spirit of the family.Today, they take that art to a new level by launching a collection of fine wines in which experience and humility are combined to achieve the perfect balance. Pavillon du Lac is a faithful reflection of the best Bordeaux appellations in the best vintages, with the same elegance and precision in taste that is the signature of DBR Lafite.
The vintage
2018 was an exceptional vintage in Pauillac, despite particularly capricious weather, with a rainy winter and spring that caused one of the worst threats of mildew in living memory. Fortunately, the situation improved dramatically over the summer, which was the hottest since 2003. Conditions then became ideal for ripening the grapes. The contrast between warm, sunny days and cool nights resulted in good flavour concentration and an excellent balance of sugar and acidity.
Varietals
Cabernet sauvignon : 50%
Merlot : 50%
Merlot : 50%
Tasting
Beautiful ruby red colour.
Intense nose, developing notes of undergrowth and liquorice. On the palate, the wine is powerful and well-structured with silky tannins leading into a fresh, flavourful finish. A fine example of the 2018 vintage.
Intense nose, developing notes of undergrowth and liquorice. On the palate, the wine is powerful and well-structured with silky tannins leading into a fresh, flavourful finish. A fine example of the 2018 vintage.