Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1986 (Magnum) *
Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1986 (Magnum)
Pauillac
80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot
Information
Cultivation: conventional
Aging: 24 months in barrique
Bottle aging: several months
Volume: 150 cl / original wooden case
Condition: see original photo.
Additional ratings:
99/100 winespectator.com
98+/100 vinous.com
98/100 falstaff.com
98/100 vvwine.ch
96/100 cellartracker.com
Tasting notes
Deep garnet-black colour. An incredible array of aromas on the nose: blackberry, black cherry, tobacco, espresso, leather, black olive and loam. The palate is absolutely seamless from first impression to finish, effortlessly building layers of complexity in the mouth and leading to a very long, earth and spice finish. I can’t see how this could possibly be improvement so have no alternative but concede perfection. Drink now to 2045+. 100/100 (05.2009) - robertparker.com
