Collection: Château Lafite Rothschild

How can the grand vin, second wine and vintage be distinguished in an enquiry about Château Lafite Rothschild?

Photograph the château and wine name, vintage, volume, front and back labels, neck and bottle base for every Lafite Rothschild bottle. Treat wooden-case markings as supporting evidence only, and check each bottle separately.

How should sealed cases and loose Lafite Rothschild bottles be photographed and recorded separately?

For a sealed Lafite Rothschild case, photograph the wooden-case markings and bottle count first, then note fill level, capsule and labels bottle by bottle. Do not place loose bottles or bottles from different vintages in a non-matching case.

Can the Lafite Rothschild bottle be reviewed while its edition or provenance remains unverified?

Yes. When photographing the Lafite Rothschild bottle, photograph all visible markings, condition and accessories, and describe unclear details plainly rather than guessing.

What must be confirmed before a cross-district handover of the Lafite Rothschild bottle, including wooden case, receipt and provenance documents?

Before arranging a review of the Lafite Rothschild bottle, confirm quantity, location, proposed date, handling conditions, and the item, original packaging, documents and photographed accessories that will be brought before discussing a workable arrangement.