Château Mouton Rothschild 'Le Petit Mouton', Pauillac, 2017, 75cl

Le Petit Mouton de Mouton Rothschild 2017 is an exclusive red wine from Pauillac in Bordeaux and an obvious choice for the quality-conscious wine lover seeking classic Left Bank character with elegance, depth, and a clear imprint of Mouton Rothschild's aristocratic style. The 2017 vintage appears harmonious, refined, and exceptionally vibrant with a beautiful combination of dark fruit, freshness, and structured finesse.

On the nose, the wine opens with intense aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, and fresh dark fruit, elegantly accompanied by notes of licorice, pepper, cedar, sweet tobacco, and slightly earthy nuances. The aromatic profile is classic Pauillac with both energy, complexity, and sophisticated depth, giving the wine a distinctive and exclusive expression.

The palate is full-bodied, polished, and well-balanced with a fresh and precise introduction that develops in layers of dark berries, spices, and fine tannins. The mid-palate is rich and silky, while the structure appears elegantly integrated, giving the wine both harmony and length. The finish is long, persistent, and characterized by pure blackcurrant fruit, underlining the wine's classic style and beautiful balance between power and finesse.

Le Petit Mouton 2017 is made from a classic Bordeaux blend with a predominance of Cabernet Sauvignon, supplemented by Merlot and Cabernet Franc. This results in a wine with clear Pauillac character, beautiful depth, and excellent aging potential, while also appearing charming and impressively accessible in the glass already.

The wine pairs particularly well with beef, lamb, game, duck, grilled dishes, and mature cheeses. For those seeking an exclusive Bordeaux with structure, elegance, and a hint of Mouton Rothschild's iconic grandeur, Le Petit Mouton de Mouton Rothschild 2017 is a highly attractive choice.