Andrew Cullimore

9.6

Slightly lighter ruby with a wider ruby garnet rim . More reserved and cooler , more elegant , spicier fruits than the Mouton , less plush. Cassis , violet , blackberry , red cherry , roasted red pepper , grafite and oyster shell . Quite detailed and mineral. On the palate this is finer boned and elegant with refreshing acidity , cassis , tobacco , grafite and that briny , sea shell note . Saline and very fine , but also very noticable tannins on the palate , long grafite , tobacco , cassis tinged finish . This comes across as very classic Lafite , with drier , cooler fruit; more introvert than the extrovert Mouton. It doesn’t shout, there is no need , its refinement and pedigree are clear to all. Still young but beginning to show some development, better in 5-10 years and will last well another 10-20 , and being Lafite , perhaps even longer . As an aside this was paired with seared duck breast , port wine sauce and roasted figs , a combination that really worked with the wine , it was just a fantastic combination. — 9 days ago

Sharon Davis

9.0

Very nice white wine — 5 months ago

Stefan Dolhain

8.9

1997(!) vintage. What a nice surprise. Still very much alive, a most pleasurable light Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon. I would have never expected the entry level of Los Vascos to age this well. Abv. 12,5%. — 9 months ago

Kapyrick Wine

9.0

v21. Very good! Sharp, smokey, cedar nose. Round, rich blackberry and cassis fruit. Long, firm, soft, slightly astringent, herbal and black pepper finish. Enjoyable! — 9 days ago

Sharon Davis

9.0

White wine. Very nice! — 5 months ago

Tom Heckert

9.3

Opened up to notes of tobacco and cherry. Nice finish. Paired with srrip steaks — 8 months ago

Alexandre Pagliano

9.0

Very young and accessible, suspect will stay this way for another 9 to 12 months perhaps. Good stuff.
— 2 years ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.3

Côte des Blancs, Champagne, France 🇫🇷

Overview
An exquisite 100% Chardonnay Champagne, sourced entirely from Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards in Avize, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, and Oger. Blended with 40% reserve wines (kept in a perpetual solera) and aged for a minimum of 4 years before release, this cuvée embodies the refined elegance of Côte des Blancs terroir.

Aromas & Flavors
Nose: intensely expressive, opening with citrus zest, dried fruits, and exotic floral notes, evolving into brioche, buttery pastry, and roasted almonds.
Palate: impeccably clean, with lemon, pear, and pastry cream balanced by a saline minerality and subtle spice, finishing long and refined.

Mouthfeel
Precise, vertical, and elegant. Fine bubbles and a creamy mousse glide across the palate, leading to a lingering, chalk-driven finish. Both delicate and powerful, a perfect Blanc de Blancs signature.

Winemaking & Style
Traditional méthode champenoise, with extended lees aging for added depth. The long élevage highlights terroir purity and finesse, creating a Champagne that is structured yet graceful.

Food Pairing
Pairs beautifully with a sashimi platter, lobster thermidor, seared scallops, or oysters. Its mineral backbone also complements light cheeses and white truffle risotto.

Verdict
An elegant, harmonious Champagne that showcases the Rothschild legacy. A refined Brut with depth and purity, capable of satisfying casual enthusiasts and sophisticated palates alike. — 3 months ago

Alessandro Dalle Carbonare

9.4

Serious stuff here. — 6 months ago

Neil Valenzuela

9.2

Deep purple color. Blackberry, licorice and graphite. Fantastic wine! Loads of blackfruit on the palate and dry finish. — a year ago