- Out-of-Stock
Château Mouton Rothschild 1986
Pauillac - Premier Grand Cru Rated
100/100 Parker
Drink Date : 2021 - 2050
Reviewed by Neal Martin the 30th Dec 2016 : "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."
Data sheet
| Note | More than 97 |
|---|---|
| PR rating | 100/100 |
| Note WS | 99/100 |
| Recoverable VAT | No |
| Colour | Red |
| Format | Bottle (75cl) |
| Vintage | 1986 |
| Volume | 12,50 % vol - 75 cl |
| Appellation | Pauillac |
| Level | Base Neck |
| Label | Slightly damaged |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| 1855 Rankings | 1st Grands Crus Ranked |
| Maturity | Mature wines |
| Châteaux bordeaux | Mouton Rothschild |
Red
Dry white
Sweet
Sparkling
Sparkling rosé
Red
Dry White
Red
Dry White
Red
Dry White
Sweet
Red
Dry white
Sweet
Rosé
Sparkling
