Petit Mouton 2016 OWC
Born on the gravels of Pauillac, the Petit Mouton 2016 (Château Mouton Rothschild) blends 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, and 3% Cabernet Franc. Its notes of blackberries and cocoa precede a fresh and mineral palate. Perfect for 10 to 15 years, it complements meats and aged cheeses beautifully.
Nestled in the heart of Pauillac, this legendary estate has embodied Bordeaux excellence for generations. A family legacy where each cuvée celebrates the union of tradition and precision.
- Terroir : Gravel soils and a marly-limestone subsoil, typical of the Pauillac appellation, lend the wines a distinctive minerality and refined structure.
- Vinification : A rigorous selection of young vines, raised with the same care as the fine wine, for cuvées of remarkable elegance and tension.
Tasting notes for Château Mouton Rothschild Petit Mouton 2016
- In the glass : A deep carmine robe with violet hues, of a silky density and captivating brilliance, heralding a wine of great concentration.
- On the nose : A generous bouquet where aromas of wild blackberries and fresh blueberries mingle with notes of roasted cocoa beans and a mineral touch of graphite, evoking the complexity of the terroir.
- On the palate : The attack is fleshy and lively, carried by elegant tannins and a smooth texture. The chalky minerality and gentle spices balance with a precise acidity, leading to a saline and persistent finish.
Serve between 16 and 18°C, in a Bordeaux glass to release the full aromatic palette.
Vintage 2016
A vintage marked by optimal grape maturity, offering wines of rare concentration and remarkable freshness.
- Aging potential : To be cellared for 10 to 15 years under ideal conditions (stable temperature, controlled humidity, and away from light).