Lafite Rothschild - 2001 (750ml) 1989 It is drinking perfectly now

It is drinking perfectly now and will continue to do so for many years

but in 2006 the wine seems to verge in the direction of the more exotic

vanilla and coffee flavors are ribbed with acidity

This broad

Lafite Rothschild - 2001 (750ml) 1989 It is drinking perfectly nowThe 2001 Lafite Rothschild's deep, saturated plum purple color is accompanied by lead pencil liqueur like notes intermixed with sweet red and black currants, plums, and cedar. This blend of 86. 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 13. 5% Merlot is a classic example of Lafite. Extremely elegant, medium bodied, with intense concentration, richness, and sweet tannin, it appears to be on a rapid evolutionary track, at least in comparison to recent Lafite vintages