AOC – Paulliac
Grand Cru Classes – 1eme
Ratings
Robert Parker 95
Wine Spectator 94
Tasting Notes
Bottled in June, 1997, this profound Mouton is more accessible than the more muscular 1996. A blend of 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc, and 19% Merlot, it reveals an opaque purple color, and reluctant aromas of cassis, truffles, coffee, licorice, and spice. In the mouth, the wine is "great stuff," with superb density, a full-bodied personality, rich mid-palate, and a layered, profound finish that lasts for 40+ seconds. There is outstanding purity and high tannin, but my instincts suggest this wine is lower in acidity and slightly fleshier than the brawnier, bigger 1996. Both are great efforts from Mouton-Rothschild. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2030.(Wine Advocate #115 Feb 1998)
-by Robert Parker
Aromas of ripe fruit and grilled meat follow through to a full-bodied
palate, with velvety tannins and a long caressing finish. Very beautiful
wine. Mouton shows finesse yet richness in this vintage.–’95/’96
Bordeaux retrospective. Best after 2007.
-by Wine Spectator