Château Mouton Rothschild – Pauillac 2008 – 0.75 Ltr.
Bordeaux, France – 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot
A classic Premier Cru Classé with elegance and depth
The 2008 vintage of Château Mouton Rothschild is a blend of 83% Cabernet Sauvignon and 17% Merlot. This wine shows the classic style of Mouton Rothschild, where complexity and elegance predominate. The bouquet offers aromas of blackcurrant, cassis, cedar, tobacco and a touch of graphite. In the mouth the wine is full and powerful, with silky tannins and a long, harmonious finish.
Food and wine This wine is an excellent accompaniment to refined dishes such as roasted leg of lamb with rosemary, venison steak with blackcurrant jus, duck with cherries or mature cheeses such as Comté and Époisses.
Reviews & Awards
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96 points – Jeb Dunnuck
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94 points – Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
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Average community score : 94.7/100 on CellarTracker
Particulars
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Alcohol percentage : 13%
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Serving temperature : 16–18°C
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Size : 0.75 liter
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Maturation potential : up to 2040 and beyond
Serving advice Pour this wine into large Bordeaux glasses at a temperature of 16–18°C. Decant the wine 1 to 2 hours before serving to allow the complex aromas to fully develop.