The golden-yellow exterior of Château Lafon-Rochet can be seen from afar as one ascends Bordeaux’s D2 road, which winds through some of the greatest Médoc vineyards.
It is a colour that is both bold and warm, reflecting those who play a part in the making of its wines, who are guided by commitment and passion.
Château Lafon-Rochet is one of the oldest estates in Saint-Estèphe, with origins dating back to the 16th century.
Initially known as “Domaine de Rochet”, it was renamed “Château Lafon-Rochet” in 1650 following the marriage of its owner, Antoinette de Guillemotes, to Étienne de Lafon.
Château Lafon-Rochet saw two centuries of winegrowing during which the vineyard grew and improved dramatically, culminating in its awarding of the title of Quatrième Grand Cru Classé at the Official Classification of 1855.
In 1960, Guy Tesseron, a Cognac tycoon, bought the estate and it has been family-owned and was ran by Basil Tesseron (Guy’s grandson), who continues the work of his predecessors with passion, humour and ambition.
At the end of 2021, the Lorenzetti family acquired Château Lafon-Rochet, catalysing the birth of Vignobles Cruse-Lorenzetti, whose portfolio also includes :
Château d’Issan, Grand Cru Classé en 1855, Margaux
Château Pédesclaux, Grand Cru Classé en 1855, Pauillac
Château Lilian Ladouys, Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel, Saint-Estèphe.
The property is now managed by Christophe Congé, in close collaboration with third-generation vigneron, Emmanuel Cruse.
Les Pelerins de Lafon Rochet is the second wine of the property.
A vintage with fully riped fruits and a great aromatic expression. Sour red berries notes, leaving a balanced and elegant tannic structure. A sweet finale with croquant blackcurrant aromas.
Les Pélerins de Lafon-Rochet 2016 is a charming wine with structured tannins and smooth cabernets sauvignon.
At the tasting, Les Pelerins de Lafon-Rochet, the Château’s second wine, expresses perfectly the desire of the estate to offer a pleasant, accessible wine, ideal for introducing the wine lover to this great Saint-Estèphe.
Wine beautiful purple colour. Slim and spicy aroma of the wine reveals notes of black cherry and currant nuances of tobacco leaf.
The wine has an elegant taste with a wonderful balance and ripe tannins. Long pleasant finish emphasizes the originality of this wine.
Award:
VIVINO 3.8
