Chateau Mouton Rothschild Pauillac 1986 750ml

RP-100, JS-100

S$2,150.00

The 1986 Mouton-Rothschild is a blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot that was picked from 2 October until 16 October. Winemaker Philippe Dhalluin, who was not working at the property back then, told me that the pH was fairly low at 3.54 when it is usually around 3.75, due to the natural tartaric acid in the vines.

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SKU: 011202-198675 Categories: , ,

Other Vintage:

1986

Other Volume:

750ml

Source: The Wine Advocate; Published: Dec 30, 2016 (RP-100)

The 1986 Mouton-Rothschild is a blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot that was picked from 2 October until 16 October. Winemaker Philippe Dhalluin, who was not working at the property back then, told me that the pH was fairly low at 3.54 when it is usually around 3.75, due to the natural tartaric acid in the vines. It has a powerful and intense bouquet as always: exemplary graphite and cedar scents, a touch of black pepper and incense. It seems to unfurl in the glass, like a motor revving its engine. The palate is beautifully balanced with its trademark firm tannic structure, a Mouton-Rothschild with backbone and masculinity. Layers of black fruit intermingling with mint and graphite, a hint of licorice emanating from the Merlot, gently fanning out and my God, it is incredibly long. It is not like the 1985 Mouton-Rothschild that is so fleshy and generous. This is serious, aristocratic Mouton, a true vin de garde and yes, I do think drinkers will have to wait until it reaches its true peak. Sometimes that’s just the way it is. Tasted September 2016.
Drink Date: 2021 – 2050

Source: jamessuckling.com. Issue Date: Thursday, October 17, 2019 (JS-100)

This is finally coming around with such fine tannins and beautiful fruit after all these years. Full and balanced. Historical. And so long. Stunning. Fresh and bright.

Product Type

Red Wine

Brand

Chateau Mouton Rothschild

Vintage

1986

Volume

750ml

Country

France

Region

Bordeaux FR

Appellation

Grape

Cabernet Sauvignon

Maturity

Drink Now, Drink Now or Keep, To Keep

Expert Rating

RP-100, JS-100

Sweetness

Dry

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