Le Petit Mouton de Mouton Rothschild – Pauillac, 2nd wine 2016 75cl

Chateau Mouton Rothschild – 2nd wine Le Petit Mouton de Mouton Rothschild Pauillac, France 75cl

Winery: Chateau Mouton Rothschild

Grape :Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot & Cabernet Franc

Region : Pauillac, France

Alcohol Content: 13.5%

Food Pairing: Le Petit Mouton de Mouton Rothschild from Chteau Mouton Rothschild pairs beautifully with rich, protein-forward dishes that complement its firm tannins and dark-fruit depth. The wines notes of blackberry, cassis, cocoa, graphite, and spice make it an excellent match for grilled rib-eye steak, roast lamb with herbs, or beef tenderloin, as the fat in the meat softens the tannic structure while enhancing the wines fruit and complexity.

Description: Le Petit Mouton de Mouton Rothschild is the second wine of the famed Pauillac estate Chteau Mouton Rothschild and reflects the classic Bordeaux blend style with structural elegance and depth. The wine shows a dark garnet-purple color with an expressive, complex nose featuring black fruits (blackberry, bilberry), hints of cocoa bean, mocha, cigar box and spice, and subtle earthy notes. On the palate it is fresh yet full-bodied, with dense texture, elegant tannins, graphite and spice undertones, and a long, balanced finish representative of a warmer, concentrated vintage in Pauillac.