Château Lafite Rothschild 1978 | Pauillac | 6L (mathusalem)

Château Lafite Rothschild 1978 | Pauillac | 6L Mathusalem

A Rare Large-Format from Bordeaux Royalty 🍷👑

The 1978 Château Lafite Rothschild in Mathusalem (6L) format is an exceptionally rare treasure from one of Pauillac’s First Growth icons. Lafite is world-renowned for its elegance, refinement, and age-worthy structure, and this vintage—now over four decades old—offers a glimpse into the château’s timeless legacy.

The 1978 harvest in Bordeaux produced wines of balance and finesse. In Lafite’s hands, it yields a bouquet of cedar, graphite, dried cassis, and tobacco leaf, with hints of truffle and forest floor. The palate is silken yet structured, unfolding layers of dark fruit, spice, and earth, carried by graceful tannins and an enduring finish.

The Mathusalem format not only preserves the wine’s freshness but also makes this a centerpiece for the most discerning collections. With extraordinary rarity and provenance, this bottle is both a historic artifact and a celebration of Lafite’s mastery.

📍 Region: Pauillac, Bordeaux, France
🍇 Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon (dominant) with Merlot, Cabernet Franc & Petit Verdot
🍾 Format: 6L Mathusalem
🍷 Vintage: 1978
✨ Status: Rare & Collectible