Château Mouton Rothschild 2006

• Grape Variety: 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc
• Region: Pauillac AOC, Bordeaux, France
• Classification: Premier Grand Cru Classé (First Growth), Classification of 1855 (Promoted in 1973)
• Producer: Baron Philippe de Rothschild
• Vintage: 2006

Colour & Aroma

Deep garnet with youthful purple reflections and remarkable concentration. Powerful aromas of cassis, blackberry, black cherry, black plum, blueberry, tobacco, cigar box, liquorice, black pepper, cedar, graphite, flint, espresso and dark chocolate, evolving into black truffle, leather, wild mushrooms and forest floor after decanting.

Palate

Full-bodied with a firm, structured profile and finely polished tannins. Fresh acidity balances the dense concentration of ripe black fruits, revealing layers of cassis, blackberry, black cherry, graphite, cedar, bitter chocolate, espresso and cigar box with Pauillac's signature mineral character.

Style

Powerful, structured, classical, complex, mineral-driven, elegant and exceptionally age-worthy.

Food Pairing

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

Serving Recommendation

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

Drinking Window

Best enjoyed from 2020–2055+.

Awards & Scores

• James Suckling: 97/100
• Wine Advocate (Robert Parker): 96/100
• Vinous (Antonio Galloni): 96/100
• Decanter: 96/100