Château Mouton Rothschild 2012, 1er Grand Cru Classé, Pauillac, France
Chateau Mouton Rothschild is one of the most famous names in the world of wine. It was the first Chateaux associated with the Rothschild name when Baron Nathaniel purchased Chateau Brane-Mouton and renamed it accordingly. Since then it is regarded as one of the best wineries in the world, claiming 1er Cru Classé status in Bordeaux in 1973.
Today, Château Mouton is managed by Baroness Philippine’s three children, Phillippe Sereys de Rothschild, Julien de Rothschild and Camille de Rothschild; and space 90 hectares benefiting from soil ideal for the production of good fruit. The gravel over clay soil enable wines of rich tannins, elegance and power. The climate and soils are perfect for the production of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot with the average age of the vines at 44 years old. To this day all harvests and sorting is done by hand.
2012 was a challenging yet ultimately successful year, with hot, dry weather in late summer producing dense, concentrated fruit thanks to meticulous vineyard management. On the palate, notes of intense blackcurrant, blackberry and cedar mingle over firm but silky tannins. The 2012 vintage offers a polished, full-bodied Pauillac with a refined and classic style.
Abv: 13%
Drinking window: 2019-2045
Food pairing: Grilled Steak, Beef Wellington
Grape variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Vintages: 2012
Allergen information: Sulphites
Country: France
Dietary preferences: Sustainable
Region: Pauillac
Wine sweetness: Dry
Wine variety: Red