Wine Spectator 93-96 "Remarkably tight, offering black currant and sanguine notes laced with sandalwood and roasted fig. This is also tight-grained on the finish and is
James Suckling 95 "Currants and blackberries on the nose. Spicy and intense undertones. Full body, with juicy fruit and a soft, very silky texture and a
Robert Parker 90-89 "Lafite's second wine has become stronger over recent vintages as the selection for the grand vin has become Draconian under administrator Charles Chevalier.
Robert Parker 89 "A classic example of a second wine, the 2005 Carruades de Lafite reveals a dark ruby hue with some pink showing at the
Robert Parker 90 "The second wine, which has soared in quality over the last decade, is an outstanding effort displaying a character similar to that of
Robert Parker 90 "The second wine, which has soared in quality over the last decade, is an outstanding effort displaying a character similar to that of
Wine Spectator 92 "Well-knit, integrating a firm backbone of acidity and a fine, lightly creamy texture with flavors of patisserie apple, pastry, blanched almond and meringue.
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