Château Mouton Rothschild, 1er Cru Classé, Pauillac, 2021

Tasting Note:

This feels like a dialled back, restrained Mouton. It certainly isn't the deep introspective type of example we're used to tasting from barrel, but it is rather striking none the less. The bouquet is very floral, with just faint hints of exotic spice and pot pourri. Very nuanced and refined. The palate is very sophisticated, pure cashmere with lots of lovely detail. There's a real sense of finesse and elegance here. An atypical style, but one that should provide much intrigue and pleasure. Exquisite. 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot and 1% Cabernet Franc.