Parker about Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1999
Tasted blind as a vintage comparison at the Valandraud vertical, the 1999 Mouton-Rothschild is a "useful," perhaps over-looked vintage from the First Growth estate. It has a clean and precise bouquet - you could almost describe this as dainty, which I mean in a positive sense. The fruit is beautifully delineated, almost pastille-like with subtle floral scents emerging with time. The palate is fresh on the entry with supple red berries pierced by a fine line of acidity. No, it is not complex and it has lost a little substance in recent years, yet it is well balanced with sufficient depth and body on the tobacco and cedar-tinged finish. If you can put its status aside, it boils down to nothing more than a well-made, easygoing and refined Pauillac to drink now and over the next decade. Tasted December 2016.
Description
Land | France |
Region | Bordeaux-Pauillac |
Rebsorten | Cabernet Sauvignon 78%, Merlot 18%, Cabernet Franc 4% |
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 | 2017 - 2040 |
Parker Punkte | 92 |
Jahrgang | 1999 |
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Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1999

Château Mouton Rothschild 1999 is a renowned wine from Bordeaux, France. One of the most famous wines in the world, it is known for its quality, complexity, and longevity.
The Château Mouton Rothschild 1999 presents a deep, dark ruby red color with a slight violet shimmer. On the nose, it unfolds a seductive bouquet of ripe black fruits such as blackcurrants, plums, and blackberries. These aromas are accompanied by delicate notes of tobacco, cedarwood, spices, and a subtle floral nuance.
On the palate, the wine is powerful yet elegant, with well-integrated tannins and remarkable structure. The fruity aromas continue, accompanied by hints of dark chocolate, coffee, and a light smoky note. The Château Mouton Rothschild 1999 offers an excellent balance between freshness, maturity, and complexity.
The finish is long, refined, and marked by remarkable finesse. This wine has great aging potential and will gain depth and complexity over time. It is recommended that the Château Mouton Rothschild 1999 be aged for a few more years in the bottle to reveal its full splendor.