2008 Mouton-Rothschild, Pauillac
96
Decanter
Review Date: 02/2021Starting to really come into its own, this is packed full of savoury blackberry, redcurrant and blueberry fruit with layers of liquorice, black chocolate, grilled cedar and a gentle lick of salinity through the finish. Excellent quality, and now starting to open - it was a baby at the 10 years on tasting but has inched open over the past three years. Harvest from October 2-15, with relatively low yields of 34hl/ha. (JA)
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96
Jeb Dunnuck
Review Date: 02/2019
The 2008 Mouton Rothschild checks in as a blend of 83% Cabernet Sauvignon and 17% Merlot brought up in mostly new barrels. Undeniably one of the top wines in the vintage, it offers a rare opulence and sexiness in its awesome bouquet of crème de cassis, Asian spices, chocolate, and crushed flowers. Deep, full-bodied, powerful, and still young, it fills the mouth with fruit, has sweet tannin, and a great finish. It's still ruby/plum-colored, with no signs of evolution, but is far from unapproachable and is drinking incredibly well today.
96
Wine Enthusiast
Review Date: 07/2011
A rich wine, opulent in character. There is power here, with richness of fruit and texture. It is both serious side and exuberant, with its bursting black berry fruits. *Cellar Selection* (RV)
94
James Suckling
Review Date: 03/2015
Aromas of roasted fruit plus hints of grilled meat and chocolate. Full body, firm and chewy tannins and bright acidity. Tangy and lively. Needs time still to come together to soften the tannins.
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94 points, Antonio Galloni - Vinous: "Lavender, smoke, grilled herbs and licorice add the closing shades of nuance in this delightful, mid-weight Mouton." (05/2016)
Product Details
Origin: Pauillac, Bordeaux, France
Type/Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon and Blends
SKU: #1082320