Pauillac AOC 1er Cru Classé 2019 Château Mouton-Rothschild

Château Mouton Rothschild was officially founded in 1853, but it was Baron Philippe Rothschild who radically changed the winery in the early 1900s. In 2 years, the baron was the promoter of a series of initiatives, some of which were almost revolutionary for the time in the Bordeaux area. For example, he wanted all his wine to be bottled in his own cellar, so as to allow control of all the wine sold by the Château. The baron was also one of the first winery owners to commission an artist to design a label, a practice that is now very widespread in combining wine with art and design.

The Château's vines have an average age of 50 years, but some plots have vines planted over 130 years ago. The 2015 Château Mouton Rothschild is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (82%), Merlot (16%) and Cabernet Franc (2%). The must is vinified in 64 225 hl wooden barrels at a controlled temperature. The wine is then aged in new French oak barrels for 19 to 22 months.

In the glass it presents a ruby red color with purple hues. The olfactory profile is characterized by aromas of berries, plum, toasted notes and dark hints of sandalwood, cinnamon. In the mouth it is broad, fresh and savory, opulent with a long finish.

It can be paired with grilled meats, roasts and game. It is recommended to decant the wine for at least 2 hours before serving.