Parker about Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1990
Notorious for not living up to the estate's nor the vintage's reputations, I have to say this 1990 Mouton Rothschild was not looking nearly as bad as I was expecting. This was a hot, dry vintage, which can be a challenge for vines on such free-draining soils as the deep gravel-mounds composing the backbone of Mouton's vineyards. The effect of the struggling vines is apparent in the wine, yielding less density and chewier tannins. Nonetheless, the terroir's pedigree clearly glimmers in the background. The wine displays a brick color with subtle, compellingly elegant redcurrant jelly, dried cranberries and powdered cinnamon notes plus wafts of potpourri, dried figs, unsmoked cigars and dusty soil. Medium-bodied, it is notably far more delicately fruited than one would expect of Mouton, structured with bold freshness and a light chew of tannins before finishing on a mineral note. Indeed, it is skinny compared to great vintages, but it is aging gracefully. For readers who love those soft-spoken, more delicately expressed styles, this one's for you!
Description
Land | France |
Region | Bordeaux-Pauillac |
Rebsorten | Cabernet Sauvignon 81%, Cabernet Franc 10%, Merlot 9% |
Alkoholgehalt | 12.50% |
Füllstand | Into Neck |
Verschlußart | cork stopper |
Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
Farbe | Red |
Inverkehrbringer | Château Mouton Rothschild, Lieu-Dit Le Pouyalet, 33250 Pauillac, France |
Charakter | Dry |
Servierempfehlung | Decant at 10-12°C |
Trinkempfehlung | 2019 - 2040 |
Parker Punkte | 90 |
Jahrgang | 1990 |
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Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1990

Château Mouton Rothschild 1990 is an outstanding red wine from the renowned Bordeaux winery Château Mouton Rothschild. This vintage is considered by critics and wine lovers to be one of the finest of the 20th century.
The Château Mouton Rothschild 1990 is a deep, impenetrable purple with a hint of ruby on the rim. The bouquet is impressively complex and intense, unfolding a fascinating array of aromas, including black fruits such as black cherries and cassis, accompanied by notes of cedarwood, tobacco, leather, and spices. With increasing maturity, subtle nuances of truffle, undergrowth, and mineral elements develop.
On the palate, the 1990 Château Mouton Rothschild presents itself with incredible concentration and depth. The tannins are silky and well-integrated, giving the wine an elegant texture. The fruit is rich and intense, accompanied by remarkable freshness and precision. The wine displays a perfect balance between power and finesse, with a long, persistent finish.