The Iconic 1982 Château Lafite Rothschild — Parker's "Century Vintage" from Bordeaux Left Bank
Name: 1982Château Lafite Rothschild Pauillac (Grand Vin)
Sale Price: $50,000
Value-added price: 0
Stock: 0（Bottle）
Process: Blend: 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc Organic vines on gravel soils; ideal 1982 climate (hot dry summer) 18-24 months in 100% new French oak, traditional Bordeaux methods
Packaging: Original wooden case
Specifications: 750ml, 13.5% ABV
Item number: LAFITE-RC1982
Sale Price: $50,000
Value-added price: 0
Stock: 0（Bottle）
Process: Blend: 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc Organic vines on gravel soils; ideal 1982 climate (hot dry summer) 18-24 months in 100% new French oak, traditional Bordeaux methods
Packaging: Original wooden case
Specifications: 750ml, 13.5% ABV
Item number: LAFITE-RC1982
Product details
Deep garnet color with aromas of blackcurrant, cedar, cigar box, and pencil shavings. The palate is dense yet silky, framed by velvety tannins and profound structure. Mineral-driven finish exceeding 50 seconds, layered with smoky nuances. Awarded 100 points by Robert Parker, noted as "the pinnacle of 20th-century Bordeaux". Drinking window: 2000-2040 — decant 2 hours for optimal expression.
