{"title":"Château Laffitte Carcasset","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs one of Saint-Estèphe’s oldest estates, dating back to 1759, Château Laffitte Carcasset spans 40 hectares in the heart of the appellation. Nestled among Classified Great Growths and cooled by river breezes, its vines thrive on iconic gravel terraces rich in clay, limestone, and ironpan. Enhanced by water-retaining \"Saint-Estèphe marl,\" this exceptional terroir and microclimate yield resilient, beautifully balanced wines rooted in centuries of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.custom-html-container,\n.custom-html-container * {\n  background-color: transparent !important;\n  box-shadow: none !important;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Remove any inherited top margin *\/\n  \n}\n\n.custom-html-container {\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Ensure container has no top space *\/\n  padding-top: 0 !important;\n}\n\n.custom-html-container .global-button {\n  background-color: #35174D !important;\n  color: #ffffff !important;\n  border: 2px solid #35174D !important;\n  display: inline-flex;\n  padding: 25px 40px;\n  font-family: Futura, sans-serif;\n  font-size: 14px;\n  font-weight: 400;\n  line-height: 110%;\n  text-decoration: none;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  transition: background-color 0.3s ease, color 0.3s ease;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Explicitly remove top margin *\/\n}\n  \n.custom-html-container .global-button:hover {\n  background-color: #ffffff !important;\n  color: #35174D !important;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-top: 0; padding-top: 0;\" class=\"custom-html-container\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"global-button\" href=\"\/collections\/bordeaux\"\u003eBrowse our Bordeaux Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"t3-de-chateau-laffitte-carcasset-st-estephe-2022","title":"\"T3\" de Château Laffitte Carcasset, Saint-Estephe 2022","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA bold 100% Cabernet Sauvignon that defies traditional conventions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eSyrupy aromas that include a spring hedgerow and its fruit of wild strawberries, as well as black currant juice. Succulent mouthful that spicy with black pepper mid palate and spry on the finish with coconut and red cherries. Crisp acidity; firm though non-obtrusive tannins. Elegant and fun. Layered flavors\u003c\/em\u003e.\"\u003cbr\u003e-Tom Mullen, Forbes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bouquet reveals concentrated ripe dark fruits and sweet spice, layered with notes of tobacco leaf and cedar leading into a delicate toasted oak finish.  On the palate, the balance between power and freshness provides a beautiful length, supported by silky tannins and an elegant structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Cabernet-Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAged 16 months in French oak barrel (100% New)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade from the best plots of gravel over clay on Terrace 3 in Saint-Estèphe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTom Mullen- Forbes | 94-95 Pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:  \u003c\/strong\u003eDrink now to 2035\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ideal for pairing with grilled meats and slow-cooked stews, mint crisp and ice cream dessert or simply savored on its own for the pleasure of an authentic moment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e| 🌡️ The ideal service temperature is between \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"78\" data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e16°C and 18°C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"473\" data-start=\"131\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaged in an over-sized, albeit attractive bottle, this limited wine was produced from their oldest parcel of 100% Cabernet Sauvignon planted on the famous terrace 3.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"473\" data-start=\"131\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.custom-html-container,\n.custom-html-container * {\n  background-color: transparent !important;\n  box-shadow: none !important;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Remove any inherited top margin *\/\n  \n}\n\n.custom-html-container {\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Ensure container has no top space *\/\n  padding-top: 0 !important;\n}\n\n.custom-html-container .global-button {\n  background-color: #35174D !important;\n  color: #ffffff !important;\n  border: 2px solid #35174D !important;\n  display: inline-flex;\n  padding: 25px 40px;\n  font-family: Futura, sans-serif;\n  font-size: 14px;\n  font-weight: 400;\n  line-height: 110%;\n  text-decoration: none;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  transition: background-color 0.3s ease, color 0.3s ease;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Explicitly remove top margin *\/\n}\n  \n.custom-html-container .global-button:hover {\n  background-color: #ffffff !important;\n  color: #35174D !important;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: center;\" class=\"custom-html-container\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"global-button\" href=\"\/collections\/saint-estephe\"\u003eBrowse our Saint-Estephe Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Whelehans Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56831497109848,"sku":"700054","price":129.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/t3-carcasset-chateau-laffitte-carcasset-saint-estephe-whelehans-wines-dublin-wineshop.jpg?v=1774434964"},{"product_id":"chateau-laffitte-carcasset-st-estephe-2019","title":"Château Laffitte Carcasset, Saint-Estephe, 2019 | Cru Bourgeois Supérieur","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eStylish, powerful, and a great price - it has it all!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2019 Lafitte-Carcasset is impressive, just as it was in the barrel. With great depth and textural intensity, the 2019 packs a real punch. Aromas of black fruit, spices, leather, tobacco, gravel, menthol, and licorice unfold effortlessly in the glass. All the elements are so well balanced. The 2019 is a thing of great beauty! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBlend \u003cspan\u003eof 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAged 12 months in oak barrels, 45% of which are new\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobert Parker | 90-92 Pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJames Suckling | 91 Pts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:  \u003c\/strong\u003eDrink now to 2035 \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing: \u003c\/strong\u003ePerfect with \u003cspan\u003egrilled meats or in sauces, including duck breast, beef rib or hare à la royale; cep omelettes, cheeses such as comté, brie or camembert, and chocolate desserts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e| 🌡️ The wine should be served between \u003cstrong\u003e16°C to 18°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"473\" data-start=\"131\"\u003eWith roots stretching back to the early 1700s, Château Laffitte Carcasset is a quintessential Saint-Estèphe benchmark surrounded by some of the most prestigious names in Bordeaux. The Rousseau family took the reins of this Cru Bourgeois property in 2016, overseeing 35 hectares of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot planted across a prime gravelly plateau. These vines yield wines that really capture the character of the appellation, balancing aromatic complexity and deep fruit with the classic structure and power that Saint-Estèphe is known for. It’s a serious, age-worthy red that shows exactly why this estate remains such a reliable reference point for the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.custom-html-container,\n.custom-html-container * {\n  background-color: transparent !important;\n  box-shadow: none !important;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Remove any inherited top margin *\/\n  \n}\n\n.custom-html-container {\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Ensure container has no top space *\/\n  padding-top: 0 !important;\n}\n\n.custom-html-container .global-button {\n  background-color: #35174D !important;\n  color: #ffffff !important;\n  border: 2px solid #35174D !important;\n  display: inline-flex;\n  padding: 25px 40px;\n  font-family: Futura, sans-serif;\n  font-size: 14px;\n  font-weight: 400;\n  line-height: 110%;\n  text-decoration: none;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  transition: background-color 0.3s ease, color 0.3s ease;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Explicitly remove top margin *\/\n}\n  \n.custom-html-container .global-button:hover {\n  background-color: #ffffff !important;\n  color: #35174D !important;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: center;\" class=\"custom-html-container\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"global-button\" href=\"\/collections\/crus-bourgeois-bordeaux-red-wine-for-sale\"\u003eBrowse our Cru Bourgeois Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Whelehans Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56831510085976,"sku":"700055","price":39.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/chateau-laffitte-carcasset-saint-estephe-whelehans-wines-dublin-wineshop.jpg?v=1774363486"},{"product_id":"reflet-de-chateau-laffitte-carcasset-2017","title":"Reflet de Château Laffitte Carcasset, 2017","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA supple and succulent Saint-Estephe | 2nd wine of Château Laffitte Carcasset\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose has aromas of black fruits, blackberries and cherries with slightly woody notes. The mouth is round and fruity, the tannins are melted. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend of 60% cabernet sauvignon, 40 % merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAged 12 months, partially in French oak barrel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:  \u003c\/strong\u003eIdeal now\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ideal for pairing with grilled meats and slow-cooked stews, mint crisp and ice cream dessert or simply savored on its own for the pleasure of an authentic moment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e| 🌡️ The ideal service temperature is between \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"78\"\u003e16°C and 18°C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"473\"\u003eThe 2017 vintage is one of the earliest in history. The mild temperatures favours the budburst of the vine in February, but at the end of April the cold returns. The frost caused major damage in the Bordeaux region. Protected by the proximity of the river and its terroirs in plateau and hills, Saint-Estèphe is spared. The wines are colourful, balanced, dense and have great ageing potential. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"473\"\u003eReflet de Laffitte Carcasset is produced by Château Laffitte Carcasset, Cru Bourgeois in SaintEstèphe. The estate was founded in 1759 at « Le Carcasset », a place located in the heart of the appellation near the famous Grands Crus Classés.\u003cbr\u003eFaithful to the 18th century tradition, the estate is an elegant white stone house surrounded by its vineyard. Its owner, Jean Laffitte, court lawyer and King's Prosecutor in Bordeaux gave his name to the estate in 1781. Nestled on the gravelly plateau near the Gironde estuary, the cabernet and the merlot benefit from an ideal climate and produce wines of great aromatic expression, in the purest style of Saint-Estèphe. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"473\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.custom-html-container,\n.custom-html-container * {\n  background-color: transparent !important;\n  box-shadow: none !important;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Remove any inherited top margin *\/\n  \n}\n\n.custom-html-container {\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Ensure container has no top space *\/\n  padding-top: 0 !important;\n}\n\n.custom-html-container .global-button {\n  background-color: #35174D !important;\n  color: #ffffff !important;\n  border: 2px solid #35174D !important;\n  display: inline-flex;\n  padding: 25px 40px;\n  font-family: Futura, sans-serif;\n  font-size: 14px;\n  font-weight: 400;\n  line-height: 110%;\n  text-decoration: none;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  transition: background-color 0.3s ease, color 0.3s ease;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Explicitly remove top margin *\/\n}\n  \n.custom-html-container .global-button:hover {\n  background-color: #ffffff !important;\n  color: #35174D !important;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-html-container\" style=\"margin-top: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/saint-estephe\" class=\"global-button\"\u003eBrowse our Saint-Estephe Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Whelehans Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56831525060952,"sku":"700056","price":27.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/reflet-laffitte-carcasset-whelehans-wines-saint-estephe-whelehans-wines-dublin-shop.jpg?v=1774436872"}],"url":"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/collections\/chateau-laffitte-carcasset.oembed","provider":"Whelehans Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}