Château Mouton Rothschild
Pauillac
Cabernet Sauvignon Blend from Bordeaux, France
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
Château Mouton Rothschild
Chateau Mouton Rothschild a Premier Cru Classé from the Bordeaux region and one of the world's greatest wines is owned by Baroness Philippine de Rothschild. The estate includes 205 acres of vines at Pauillac planted with Cabernet Sauvignon (77%) Merlot (11%) Cabernet Franc (10%) and Petit Verdot (2%). In 1853 Baron Nathaniel de Rothschild bought Chateau Brane-Mouton. In 1922 his great-grandson Baron Philippe de Rothschild (1902-1988) decided to take the future of the estate into his own hands. His 65 years at Mouton bear witness to the strength of his personality his spirit of enterprise and his sense of innovation. In 1922 he was the first to introduce chateau bottling. In 1926 he built the famous Grand Chai the majestic 100-meter first year cellar which has become a major attraction for visitors to Mouton. 1945 marked the start of a fascinating collection of works of art created every year for the Mouton label by famous painters. In 1973 after a twenty-year battle Baron Philippe obtained a revision of the 1855 classification and Mouton was officially recognized as a First Growth. In 1988 Baroness Philippine de Rothschild succeeded her father Baron Philippe. She has become the guarantor of the quality of an illustrious wine whose motto proudly proclaims First I am second I was I Mouton do not change.
Description
The 1987 Château Mouton Rothschild presents a deep ruby color with garnet hues. The nose offers aromas of black cherry, raspberry, and blackberry, evolving into complex spicy and delicately roasted notes upon airing. On the palate, it offers a clean, fresh, and rich attack, expanding with hints of vanilla and chocolate. The tannins are refined, contributing to a firm and well-rounded structure, leading to a long finish with profound aromatic intensity.
Food Pairing
This wine pairs excellently with classic meat dishes such as veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, and game. It also complements rich fish courses like tuna and salmon, as well as mushroom-based dishes and pasta.