LE PETIT MOUTON DE MOUTON ROTHSCHILD 2nd wine of Ch. Mouton Rothschild Pauillac 2021 Bottle 13%abv

Description

Blend: 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 1% Petit Verdot.
PH : 3,73
Abv : 13,1%

THE WINE ADVOCATE Rating (89 - 91)
Reviewed by William Kelley
Issue Date 29th Apr 2022
Source Issue 260 End of April 2022, The Wine Advocate
"Since Mouton-Rothschild itself this year derives exclusively from the two plateaus that always make up the core of the blend, the 2021 Le Petit Mouton benefits from the inclusion of parcels that often make it into the grand vin. Exhibiting aromas of crème de cassis, mint, cigar wrapper, violets and espresso roast, it's medium to full-bodied, deep and fleshy, with a rich core of fruit, powdery tannins, succulent acids and a persistent finish. Characterful and beautifully made, I wonder if I'm being a little severe with my score?"

JAMES SUCKLING Score 93-94
13 May, 2022 – "A well-framed Petit Mouton with a tight core of black fruit and bitter-chocolate and graphite notes. Firm, fine-tannin structure. Mineral and classic with a classy finish. Punchy. 77% cabernet sauvignon, 19.5% merlot, 3% cabernet franc and 0.5% petit verdot."