Château Mouton Rothschild 2001

• Grape Variety: 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot
• Region: Pauillac AOC, Bordeaux, France
• Classification: Premier Grand Cru Classé (First Growth), Classification of 1855 (Promoted in 1973)
• Producer: Baron Philippe de Rothschild
• Vintage: 2001

Colour & Aroma

Deep garnet with ruby highlights and remarkable maturity. Elegant aromas of cassis, blackberry, black cherry, black plum, ripe red currant, tobacco, cigar box, liquorice, clove, cedar, graphite, espresso and dark chocolate, evolving into black truffle, leather, wild mushrooms and mocha after decanting.

Palate

Full-bodied with outstanding balance and precision. Fine-grained silky tannins and vibrant acidity support layers of cassis, blackberry, graphite, cedar, dark chocolate and cigar box, complemented by Pauillac's signature mineral character.

Style

Elegant, classical, complex, mineral-driven, refined and exceptionally age-worthy.

Food Pairing

Grilled Wagyu beef, beef tenderloin with black pepper sauce, herb-crusted rack of lamb, roast duck, venison, and aged Comté, Gruyère or Parmesan cheese.

Serving Recommendation

• Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
• Decanting: 1.5–2 hours before serving
• Glassware: Bordeaux Grand Cru Glass

Drinking Window

Best enjoyed from 2015–2045+.

Awards & Scores

• Wine Advocate (Robert Parker): 96/100
• James Suckling: 96/100
• Vinous (Antonio Galloni): 95/100
• Decanter: 95/100