Château Lafite Rothschild 1971 proves that, unlike certain other growths, Lafite Rothchild always lives up to its reputation, and it is the most consistent of first growths.

According to Jamie Goode (of wineanorak.com): "...the 1971s have consistently been undervalued. Thirty years on, only the best of the vintage will still be at anything like their peak. But its worth remembering that back in 71 Bordeaux wines were still made for long ageing. Yields have become considerably higher in recent years, and its arguable that even the best properties no longer make such long-lived wines."

"Has an aroma like an aged Burgundy, with cherry and spice; flavor is mature, soft, very elegant." Wine Spectator (Nov 1991)

"Very attractive nose: full, complex and cedary, with spicy, gravelly notes. This leads to a firm, structured palate with great density and fine-grained, chalky tannins. Long, spicy finish..." Jamie Goode, wineanorak.com (2001)