The 2005 vintage is a monumental expression of Mouton Rothschild, widely celebrated as Philippe Dhalluin’s first great vintage. Deep garnet with hints of brick, it offers an intoxicating bouquet of Christmas cake, plum preserves, crème de cassis, chocolate-covered cherries, eucalyptus, and exotic spices, with floral and incense undertones. Full-bodied and powerful, the palate delivers ripe, polished tannins, vibrant freshness, and layered dark fruit framed by exotic spice and earthy nuances. A wine of extraordinary structure and elegance, it promises decades of graceful aging, from 2019 to 2055.

The Wine Advocate | RP 98
Published: Oct 31, 2019
Drink: 2019-2055

Technical Director/Chief Winemaker Philippe Dhalluin said this was a special year for him, because he considers it his first great vintage?he started in 2004. Deep garnet with hint of brick, the 2005 Mouton Rothschild is evolving into unabashed, flamboyant notes of Christmas cake, plum preserves, chocolate-covered cherries, eucalyptus and cr?me de cassis with beautifully fragrant wafts of potpourri, incense, Indian spices and cigar box. Full-bodied, the palate performs vinous pirouettes with dazzling exotic spice, floral and earthy nuances, framed by firm, grainy tannins and fantastic freshness, finishing very long and mineral laced.

James Suckling | JS 98
Published: Nov 17, 2015

This accelerates on the palate with incredibly ripe tannins and finesse. Full body, roasted fruit, leather and grilled meat. Dried flowers, too. It shows superb tannin backbone and polish. Tight and youthful. Just starting to open. Currant and berry undertones with lead pencil are impressive. Better in 2018 but so delicious now. 

Decanter | D 98
Published: Feb 2, 2025
Drink: 2025-2075

Several bottles of Mouton 2005, from around its 12th birthday to date, have shown it to be more open and expressive than expected. There is immense structure and power in this goliath of a wine, but it is framed by the most intoxicating perfume, reminiscent of the very best vintages of this legendary first growth. The profile is far more rustic and meaty than the purity from its Pauillac peers, yet there is an incredible concentration of sweet, dark fruit as well as perfectly integrated tannins and a long, lingering finish. Exceptional.
Closure: Natural Cork
Alcohol: 13.50%
Grapes: 1% Cabernet Franc 85% Cabernet Sauvignon 14% Merlot

Jancis Robinson | JR 17.5
Published: Sep 26, 2025
Drink: 2018-2040

Mid shaded crimson. Perfumed, almost floral, seductive nose. Dry finish with tannins still quite prominent. Seems as though the extraction was quite enthusiastic!