Chateau Mouton Rothschild 2018
Chateau Mouton Rothschild 2018 originates from France, within the prestigious Pauillac appellation of the Médoc region in Bordeaux. Acquired by Baron Nathaniel de Rothschild in 1853, the estate's modern era was defined by Baron Philippe de Rothschild, who famously lobbied for its elevation to First Growth (Premier Cru Classé) status in 1973—the only such change ever made to the 1855 classification. The winery follows a philosophy of winemaking as an art form, a tradition highlighted since 1945 by commissioning a different famous artist to design the label for each vintage; for 2018, the label features 'square word calligraphy' by Chinese artist Xu Bing.
Wine Description
This vintage displays an intense, deep black or garnet-purple colour with a violet hue. The aromatic profile is complex and flamboyant, featuring rich notes of blackcurrant, wild strawberry, and cassis layered with secondary scents of nutmeg, mint, liquorice, and cigar box. On the palate, it is full bodied and muscular, described as being 'built like a brick house' with super-firm, grainy tannins and a vibrant freshness that supports dense black fruit and mineral undertones. The finish is exceptionally long and refined, showing great balance between fruit and toasty oak. The varietal composition for 2018 is 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, and 2% Cabernet Franc. It has an ABV of 13.8% and is matured for 18 to 22 months in 100% new French oak barrels. While the estate employs meticulous sustainable practices, it is not officially certified as organic.
Food Pairing
The immense tannic power and aromatic wealth of this First Growth make it an ideal match for rich, high-quality meat dishes. Suggested pairings include grilled ribeye steak, roasted rack of lamb with herbs, and prime rib. It also complements wild game such as venison or wild boar, as well as sophisticated dishes featuring truffles. For a cheese course, it pairs best with aged hard varieties like Comté, Parmesan, or mature Cheddar.
Vintage Quality
The 2018 vintage in Pauillac was a year of extremes, starting with heavy winter rains followed by a glorious, hot, and dry summer that allowed the grapes to achieve optimal phenolic maturity. These conditions resulted in small, concentrated berries with high sugar and tannin levels. The winemaking team successfully adapted to these contrasts to produce a wine of 'battleship' proportions that possesses both formidable power and poised elegance.
Chateau Mouton Rothschild 2018 originates from France, within the prestigious Pauillac appellation of the Médoc region in Bordeaux. Acquired by Baron Nathaniel de Rothschild in 1853, the estate's modern era was defined by Baron Philippe de Rothschild, who famously lobbied for its elevation to First Growth (Premier Cru Classé) status in 1973—the only such change ever made to the 1855 classification. The winery follows a philosophy of winemaking as an art form, a tradition highlighted since 1945 by commissioning a different famous artist to design the label for each vintage; for 2018, the label features 'square word calligraphy' by Chinese artist Xu Bing.
Wine Description
This vintage displays an intense, deep black or garnet-purple colour with a violet hue. The aromatic profile is complex and flamboyant, featuring rich notes of blackcurrant, wild strawberry, and cassis layered with secondary scents of nutmeg, mint, liquorice, and cigar box. On the palate, it is full bodied and muscular, described as being 'built like a brick house' with super-firm, grainy tannins and a vibrant freshness that supports dense black fruit and mineral undertones. The finish is exceptionally long and refined, showing great balance between fruit and toasty oak. The varietal composition for 2018 is 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, and 2% Cabernet Franc. It has an ABV of 13.8% and is matured for 18 to 22 months in 100% new French oak barrels. While the estate employs meticulous sustainable practices, it is not officially certified as organic.
Food Pairing
The immense tannic power and aromatic wealth of this First Growth make it an ideal match for rich, high-quality meat dishes. Suggested pairings include grilled ribeye steak, roasted rack of lamb with herbs, and prime rib. It also complements wild game such as venison or wild boar, as well as sophisticated dishes featuring truffles. For a cheese course, it pairs best with aged hard varieties like Comté, Parmesan, or mature Cheddar.
Vintage Quality
The 2018 vintage in Pauillac was a year of extremes, starting with heavy winter rains followed by a glorious, hot, and dry summer that allowed the grapes to achieve optimal phenolic maturity. These conditions resulted in small, concentrated berries with high sugar and tannin levels. The winemaking team successfully adapted to these contrasts to produce a wine of 'battleship' proportions that possesses both formidable power and poised elegance.
Description
Chateau Mouton Rothschild 2018 originates from France, within the prestigious Pauillac appellation of the Médoc region in Bordeaux. Acquired by Baron Nathaniel de Rothschild in 1853, the estate's modern era was defined by Baron Philippe de Rothschild, who famously lobbied for its elevation to First Growth (Premier Cru Classé) status in 1973—the only such change ever made to the 1855 classification. The winery follows a philosophy of winemaking as an art form, a tradition highlighted since 1945 by commissioning a different famous artist to design the label for each vintage; for 2018, the label features 'square word calligraphy' by Chinese artist Xu Bing.
Wine Description
This vintage displays an intense, deep black or garnet-purple colour with a violet hue. The aromatic profile is complex and flamboyant, featuring rich notes of blackcurrant, wild strawberry, and cassis layered with secondary scents of nutmeg, mint, liquorice, and cigar box. On the palate, it is full bodied and muscular, described as being 'built like a brick house' with super-firm, grainy tannins and a vibrant freshness that supports dense black fruit and mineral undertones. The finish is exceptionally long and refined, showing great balance between fruit and toasty oak. The varietal composition for 2018 is 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, and 2% Cabernet Franc. It has an ABV of 13.8% and is matured for 18 to 22 months in 100% new French oak barrels. While the estate employs meticulous sustainable practices, it is not officially certified as organic.
Food Pairing
The immense tannic power and aromatic wealth of this First Growth make it an ideal match for rich, high-quality meat dishes. Suggested pairings include grilled ribeye steak, roasted rack of lamb with herbs, and prime rib. It also complements wild game such as venison or wild boar, as well as sophisticated dishes featuring truffles. For a cheese course, it pairs best with aged hard varieties like Comté, Parmesan, or mature Cheddar.
Vintage Quality
The 2018 vintage in Pauillac was a year of extremes, starting with heavy winter rains followed by a glorious, hot, and dry summer that allowed the grapes to achieve optimal phenolic maturity. These conditions resulted in small, concentrated berries with high sugar and tannin levels. The winemaking team successfully adapted to these contrasts to produce a wine of 'battleship' proportions that possesses both formidable power and poised elegance.
