{"product_id":"chateau-lafon-roche-2018","title":"Chateau Lafon Roche 2018, Saint-Estèphe Grand Cru Classé","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA distinguished \u003cstrong\u003eSaint-Estèphe Grand Cru Classé (1855)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 2018 Château Lafon-Rochet showcases the power and elegance of Bordeaux's Left Bank. Crafted from vines averaging 37 years of age and grown on deep gravel and gravel-clay soils, this vintage reflects both the character of its terroir and the exceptional conditions of the 2018 growing season. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e64% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e26% Merlot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6% Petit Verdot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-harvested between late September and mid-October, the grapes were vinified in concrete and stainless-steel vats before ageing for a minimum of 12 months in oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is vibrant and expressive, offering aromas of fresh red and black fruits, including blackcurrant, strawberry, and raspberry. The palate opens with remarkable freshness, supported by refined tannins and a finely structured texture. The finish is smooth, layered, and persistent, leaving lingering notes of ripe fruit and a subtle touch of cinnamon spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppellation: Saint-Estèphe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassification: Grand Cru Classé en 1855\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 14.5% ABV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: 3.75\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcidity: 3.05 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"LD Vins","offers":[{"title":"750mL","offer_id":43794649120827,"sku":"349406","price":129.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/0024\/5307\/files\/Chateau-Lafon-Rochet-2016-award_ca31fe97-c169-46bb-918a-12cbcbe0ca59.png?v=1784153584","url":"https:\/\/winecultureinc.ca\/products\/chateau-lafon-roche-2018","provider":"Wine Culture Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}