Lafite 1988 6-Pack OWC 750mL

"The 1988 Lafite-Rothschild is the best of the triumvirate that ended the decade. Another bottle vindicates that view. It shows an intense bouquet with graphite-tinged black fruit mixed with cedar aromatics that seem to effortlessly cruise as Lafite is wont to do. The palate is beautifully balanced and blossoms in the glass. The 1988 has svelte, finely chiseled tannins. Tobacco notes appear towards the finish. This quintessential Lafite-Rothschild is even better than the bottle popped open at the chateau six years ago. Tasted at the 1988 Bordeaux dinner at Noble Rot Mayfair." - Vinous, AG96 (NM), tasted 2/2024