1998 Le Petit Mouton de Mouton Rothschild

📌 Description

Le Petit Mouton de Mouton Rothschild 1998 is the second wine of the prestigious First Growth estate in Pauillac. From a vintage known for its richness and ripeness on the Left Bank, it now offers a harmonious and mature expression of the Mouton terroir. This wine perfectly illustrates the estate’s ability to craft second wines of remarkable depth and ageing potential.

🍇 Grape Variety

A blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by Merlot and occasionally a touch of Cabernet Franc.

An evolved profile: stewed blackcurrant, plum, cedar, fine leather, blond tobacco, spices, and lightly roasted notes.

🌍 Region / Country

Bordeaux – Pauillac (France).

Deep gravel soils provide structure, power, and longevity.

🌡️ Serving Temperature

Serve between 16 and 17 °C (61–63 °F).

A gentle decant of 30 to 60 minutes is recommended.

⏳ Ageing Potential

Fully mature, with excellent stability.

• Now: pronounced tertiary complexity, integrated tannins, harmonious balance.

• Short to medium term: best enjoyed for its fullness and refinement.

👁️ Appearance

• Color: deep garnet with brick highlights.

• Clarity: bright.

• Legs: fine and regular.

👃 Nose

• Aromatic intensity: complex and elegant.

• First nose: evolved dark fruits.

• Second nose: cedar, leather, tobacco, sweet spices.

👄 Palate

• Attack: supple yet structured.

• Structure: integrated tannins, preserved freshness, good depth.

• Dominant aromas: stewed blackcurrant, plum, woody and spicy notes.

• Overall balance: harmonious and refined.

• Length: persistent finish with cedar and tobacco nuances.

🍽️ Food Pairings

• Grilled ribeye steak.

• Roast lamb.

• Game dishes.

• Aged cheeses.

⭐ Overall Impression / Style

A high-level second wine revealing elegance, maturity, and tertiary complexity. A fine expression of Pauillac style from a ripe vintage.