Red wine for a collector

[lisa marie]

I would like to buy a red wine for my fiance to add to his new collection. I found an 88 Lafite Rothschild, Pauillac for $199. Is that a good price? Is a 97 Far Niente better? If so where can I find one? Please give suggestions.

[Innkeeper]

Hi Lisa, and welcome to the Wine Board. It kind of boils down to when you want him to drink it. The Lafite is ready to roll. The Far Niente could be a better wine, but shouldn't be touched for another five or six years.