The 2023 Lafon Rochet Bordeaux Blend from St. Estephe, France, presents a compelling profile that has garnered positive reviews from several professional wine critics. This red wine, produced by Lafon Rochet, is composed of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot, and 3% Cabernet Franc.

James Suckling rated it 94 points, noting its characteristic St.-Estephe elements like blackcurrant, lead pencil, graphite, and crushed stone. He described it as "medium-bodied, linear and structured," with an "excellent finish." The wine's alcohol content is 13.35%, and it has a pH of 3.75.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded it 93 points, commending its "generous and layered" nature. William Kelley highlighted aromas of "blackberries, cassis, incense, and burning embers," followed by a "medium to full-bodied, rich and enveloping palate." He also mentioned a "gently minty finish," attributing this style to the ongoing rehabilitation efforts by Christophe Congé and his team.

Lisa Perrotti-Brown from The Wine Independent also gave it 93 points, describing the wine as "deep garnet-purple in color" with vibrant notes of "kirsch, cranberry preserves, and fresh blackberries." She praised its "lively and lightly chewy" palate with great tension and an herbal lift.

Vinous provided the highest score at 95 points. Antonio Galloni called it a "promising wine" with "terrific depth" and "dark blue-toned fruit, lavender, licorice, and dried herbs." He noted its "textural richness" and concluded that it "comes together beautifully with a bit of time in the glass."

Jane Anson, rating it 93 points, observed a "confident color extraction" with "blackberry and bilberry fruits set against slate and smoked earth." She highlighted the wine's "balanced alcohols" and "firm tannins."

Jeff Leve rated it 94 points, pointing out aromas of "blackberries, black cherries, spice, and tobacco leaves." He described the palate as "vibrant, soft, and polished with ripe, brisk tannins," and praised its "chewy, fresh, peppery finish."

Finally, Decanter also awarded it 93 points, noting "cool blue fruits and dark chocolate" on the nose, with a "lovely fresh fragrance." They found it "round and textured" with a "chalky and mineral" finish and mentioned that the estate will be certified organic as of the 2024 vintage.

Overall, the 2023 Lafon Rochet has been well-received, with reviewers highlighting its layered flavors, structured body, and promising potential for aging.