2013 Le Petit Mouton
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Tasted blind. Deep garnet. Very toasty aroma. Really tough. (JH)
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The 2013 Le Petit Mouton, one of the go-to second labels under winemaker Philippe Dhalluin, has an attractive blackberry, raspberry coulis and bay leaf scented bouquet that is simple but fresh and well defined. The palate is medium-bodied and initially angular in the mouth. The sharp acidity slight jars at first, although there are attractive blackcurrant pastilles that leaven what could have been a hard finish, dominated by the Cabernet Sauvignon that comprised 93% of the blend. This is a great deuxième vin that punches above its weight for the vintage, even if it does not quite match its showing from barrel.
93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot. Grand cassis scent – lovely purity. Incredibly soft tannins – far more accessible than you’d ever expect for young Pauillac. A little toastiness to finish. Absolutely ready to drink now, and offers a lovely classic savoury claret experience with plenty of bright fruit. (RH)
About the producer
Pauillac-based Ch. Mouton Rothschild is one of the five First Growths, producing some of the finest wine in Bordeaux and the world. Known for its flamboyant style, the label for the Grand Vin is designed by a different artist each year.