Le Petit Mouton combines the estate’s Pauillac depth with a lively, aromatic profile. Red berries, peony and mint lead into silky tannins and a long, peppery finish.
Key details
- Origin: Pauillac, Bordeaux, France
- Second wine of Château Mouton Rothschild
- Cabernet Sauvignon-led blend
- ABV: 13.5%
- Sugar Level: Dry
- Body: Medium- to full-bodied
Flavor profile
Juicy red fruit, flowers and mint sit over a dense, polished palate. Rounded tannins carry the fruit into a gently spicy finish.
Cellaring & drinking window
James Suckling recommends drinking after 2027 for this wine in the standard bottle, as reproduced by Wine.com. That gives a useful starting point for a cellar plan, but not a verified final drinking year. Taste well-stored bottles periodically rather than assuming a fixed expiry date. Store unopened in darkness at a stable temperature around 55°F (13°C), away from vibration; keep natural-cork bottles on their side.
Pairing & serving
Serve around 60–64°F (16–18°C) with roast lamb or beef with mushrooms. Taste an initial pour, then decant for roughly an hour if it feels closed, checking its development rather than fixing a long aeration time.
After opening & when to enjoy
Recork and refrigerate after opening. Aim to enjoy within 2–3 days for fresh flavor; allow a chilled glass to warm slightly before serving.
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