Chateau Mouton Rothschild 750ml
| Vintage: | 2011 |
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| Description: | Chateau Mouton Rothschild Pauillac 2011. Winery Notes:. 2011 was one of the hottest, sunniest and, above all, driest of the last forty years. Very warm weather in April and May gave the vegetation cycle a head start : flowering was recorded on 15 May, the earliest date in living memory, and veraison started two-and-half weeks earlier than normal. Conditions in July and August were very different, bringing less sunshine and significantly more precipitation. By the end of August, however, only 326 mm of rainfall had been recorded since 1 January, compared with an average of 519 mm. Fine weather returned to the Mdoc in early September and bright sunshine prevailed throughout the two weeks of the harvest, which began on 12 September. These auspicious conditions were extremely beneficial, allowing the grapes to ripen fully. Picking ended on 28 September. Low yields, especially at Mouton, have produced structured, deep and very fresh wines. 2011 is thus a classic Bordeaux vintage, to be ranked among the finer, or perhaps even the finest. Critical Acclaim:. "This shows lots of opulent aromas of ripe fruit, light toasted oak, walnut and dried meat. It's full-bodied, with chewy tannins and plenty of fruit. A muscular, solid wine. Baby 1986. Try in 2020.". 96 points, James Suckling. "There is a lightness about this vintage of Mouton Rothschild. It doesn't take away from its quality but does give the wine poise and an attractive lift. The wine is based on solid tannins, then the ripe fruit builds layers of fruitiness and freshness. It is not likely to be one of the longest-aging Moutons, but it will be delicious. Drink from 2020.". 95 points, Wine Enthusiast. "This delivers a gorgeously pure beam of cassis and cherry compote, with singed apple wood, graphite and iron notes hanging in the background for now. Long and polished through the finish, showing serious depth in reserve. Best from 2018 through 2035.". 95 points, Wine Spectator. 750ml bottle |
| Price: | $ 799.99 |
| Price in original currency: | None |
Previously available from Mel & Rose
| Address: |
8344 Melrose Ave Los Angeles, CA 90069 United States |
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| Telephone (toll-free): | 800-701-9463 |
| Telephone (regular): | 323-655-5557 |
| Fax: | 323-655-4284 |
First added to 1000 Corks on May 27, 2018.
This product was inactivated December 5, 2021.
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