Chateau Mouton Rothschild Pauillac GCC 1er Cru 2003 Imperial (6 Litre)
Product Number: 12-80132
Availability: Sufficient
HK$69,800.0
HK$64,500.0
Details
| APPELLATION / REGION | Pauillac GCC 1er Cru |
|---|---|
| Grape | Cabernet Sauvignon ; Merlot ; Petit Verdot ; Cabernet Franc |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Body | Full-Bodied |
| Tasting Note | RP 95+/100 Backward, powerful, and extremely tannic, the dense purple-colored 2003 Mouton-Rothschild, a blend of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot, fashioned from yields of 28 hectoliters per hectare, with a finished alcohol of 12.9%, improves dramatically with aeration. With full-bodied, meaty, powerful, dry flavors as well as a huge finish, this high class wine should be at its finest between 2012-2040+. During its sojourn in barrel, it reminded me of a hypothetical blend of the 1982 and 1986 Moutons, but since bottling, it appears different, and even more tannic than those two vintages. I still believe the finest recent Mouton-Rothschild is the 2000. WS 94/100 Blackberry, cherry and currant with just a hint of toasted oak. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a lovely combination of ripe fruit and vanilla character. Goes on and on. Long and very stylish. Balanced and refined. Best after 2011. NM 93/100 Comparing the Lafite-Rothschild and Latour with the Mouton-Rothschild, it is clear that it is lagging behind in terms of complexity and nuance, the growing season impinging upon the aromatics and dampening the fruit expression. The palate is medium-bodied with a supple, graphite tinged entry. It is nicely balanced but seems a little smudged towards the cedar-infused finish. This is a decent Mouton, though I prefer Latour and Lafite-Rothschild in this year. Tasted March 2013. Critic Score When to drink Jean-Marc Quarin : 95 /100 Wine Enthusiast : 94 /100 Stephen Tanzer : 93 /100 James Suckling :92 /100 Jancis Robinson: 16.5 /20 |
| Rating | RP:95+ WS:94 WE:94 |
| Size | 600cl |
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