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One of the finest performances of 2017 and our 'money-no-object' pick of the vintage, this is Mouton Rothschild at its best. A highest ever percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon lends tremendous power, length and depth. Remarkable; worthy of 98+ points.
Tasting notes
Tight, polished, very fine, many layers of deep flavour, length
Aroma
Crushed blackcurrant, dark chocolate, cherries, pencil lead, spice
Allergy information
Contains sulphites
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There's enormous praise from critics worldwide for the 2017 from this iconic Pauillac property. This vintage of Mouton Rothschild includes the highest percentage ever of Cabernet Sauvignon, the grape that performed best that year at this estate. To match that majesty, only new oak barrels were used to age the wine, which has added to the power, depth and layers of remarkable complexity. Jane Anson in Decanter called it, "a beautiful, persistent, gorgeous wine that will age gracefully," while Lisa Perrotti Brown in RobertParker.com describes "crushed black currants, warm blackberries and chocolate-covered cherries with hints of violets, star anise, cinnamon stick and cloves plus wafts of pencil lead and unsmoked cigars". Definitely a keeper.