Chateau Lafite Rothschild 2002: A Timeless Bordeaux Masterpiece

Producer: Chateau Lafite Rothschild
Region: Pauillac, Bordeaux, France
Blend: Classic Bordeaux Red Blend
Vintage: 2002
Alcohol: 12.5%

Elevate your wine collection with the legendary Chateau Lafite Rothschild 2002, a Bordeaux red blend that embodies elegance, complexity, and age-worthy sophistication. This iconic vintage has earned critical acclaim, including 95 points from Wine Spectator, which praised its “bubbling over with crushed berries, currants, and spices, with tobacco notes,” and a “full-bodied, velvety tannin structure” that lingers beautifully on the palate.

Wine Advocate awarded it 94 points, calling it a “brilliant offering” and a candidate for wine of the vintage. Tasting notes reveal a “medium-weight, quintessentially elegant style” with hints of lead pencil shavings, graphite, black currants, plums, and crushed mineral—a testament to Lafite’s signature finesse.

Decanter’s 93-point review highlights its “still-tight tannins” and “deep color,” noting evolving aromas of cigar, savory black fruit, and tea leaves. While initially austere, this wine is now softening beautifully, promising a development trajectory similar to the revered 1999 vintage.

Perfect for collectors and connoisseurs seeking a Bordeaux red wine investment, this 2002 Lafite Rothschild offers exceptional aging potential. Its balanced acidity, refined tannins, and layered fruit complexity make it ideal for special occasions or long-term cellaring.

Please note: Discounts do not apply to Fine & Rare wines. Price and availability may vary by location.

Indulge in a piece of Bordeaux history—a wine that transcends time with every sip.