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| Community Tasting Notes (average 91.5 pts. and median of 92 pts. in 179 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by funbobby626 on 4/30/2024 & rated 90 points: It's getting old, but very much still alive. Good color for the age, still dark and intense with some bricking. There's a little bit of fruit left, and it's a bit acidic. A good wine everyone enjoyed, but not one for the ages. (247 views) | | | Tasted by BellevuePhil on 3/31/2024 & rated 89 points: In the hallowed halls of Chateau Mouton Rothschild, where whispers of aristocratic secrets intertwine with the fragrance of aged oak, lies a vintage that embodies the essence of forbidden desire—the 1975 Chateau Mouton Rothschild. As a connoisseur of life's most exquisite pleasures, I found myself entwined in its spell, transported to a world where every sip tells a tale of passion and intrigue.
Picture, if you will, a moonlit soirée beneath the star-studded sky, where the air is alive with the symphony of laughter and the subtle rustle of silk. I happened to be at one of those famous, gate closed, Rothschild parties. It was amidst this decadent backdrop that I first encountered the 1975 Mouton Rothschild—a wine as elusive as the mistress of the estate herself, beckoning with promises of hidden pleasures.
But let me rewind the scene to a moment of youthful abandon, where I, a mere sixteen-year-old, found myself ensnared in the embrace of the Rothschild estate's forbidden allure. The night was aglow with the flicker of candlelight, casting shadows that danced upon the vineyard's ancient stone walls. It was a scene straight from the pages of a forbidden romance, where innocence collided with the intoxicating allure of the unknown.
As I wandered through the labyrinthine corridors of the chateau, I stumbled upon a sight that would forever be etched into the tapestry of my memory—a tub overflowing with succulent grapes, their ruby hues glistening in the soft moonlight. Laughter echoed through the air as guests indulged in the whimsical delight of stomping grapes with abandon, their carefree revelry a stark contrast to the solemnity of the estate's reputation.
And there, amidst the swirl of decadence and debauchery, I found myself face to face with the mistress of the Rothschild estate—a vision of ethereal beauty whose gaze held the promise of untold pleasures. All she wore was a thin, thin, thin french thing and in her presence, time seemed to stand still, the world fading into obscurity as we shared a stolen moment of passion beneath the watchful gaze of the moon.
On the palate, the wine displays impeccable balance and refinement, with velvety tannins that caress the senses and a lively acidity that lends vitality to its rich fruit flavors. Layers of complexity unfold with each sip, revealing nuances of dark chocolate, roasted coffee beans, and a touch of spice, all underscored by a lingering finish that leaves a lasting impression.
The 1975 Chateau Mouton Rothschild, much like that clandestine liaison, captivates the senses with its beguiling allure. With each sip, I am transported back to that fateful night, where desire hung heavy in the air and inhibitions melted away like wax in the flame of passion. Yet, for all its seductive charm, the 1975 Mouton Rothschild remains a tantalizing enigma—an echo of a moment in time when youth and desire converged in a symphony of forbidden indulgence.
In conclusion, while the 1975 Chateau Mouton Rothschild may not claim the title of the finest vintage I have encountered, its allure lies not in perfection but in the whispered secrets it holds within its depths. Like the elusive mistress of the Rothschild estate, it beckons with promises of hidden pleasures, inviting the adventurous soul to embark on a journey of discovery unlike any other.
NOTE TO SELF: PAST ITS PRIME, SECOND BOTTLE WAS “WATERY” AND NEVER OPENED.
Third bottle was horrible never opened 89 on the score. I poured it down the drain. Giving the others away as gifts!!! (587 views) | | | Tasted by AhSoNice1990 on 3/8/2024 & rated 88 points: Slightly past window. Still very drinkable and always a safe bet. (658 views) | | | Tasted by calvinloby on 2/28/2024 & rated 97 points: Super elegant (701 views) | | | Tasted by Sean Tay on 2/18/2024 & rated 93 points: My eight tasting with many variation of scores.
Pronounced nose intensity with notes of mushroom, earth, cooked black fruits, toast. Medium+ acidity and tannin medium. Did not decant. Pop and pour. (790 views) | | | Tasted by Sean Tay on 11/24/2023 & rated 96 points: My seventh bottle and I realised theres many bottle variation according to my notes.
Pronounced nose intensity with notes of mushroom, earth, cooked black fruits, toast. Medium+ acidity and tannin medium. Did not decant. Pop and pour. (1339 views) | | | Tasted by imissjerry on 9/6/2023 & rated 94 points: scrumptious and perfect. Notes of pencil lead, prune, dusty cedar, old italian leather. This wine was vibrant and alive after 47 years. I am glad I have one more!! opened it with my family for my birthday and we coulnt believe how well it had aged. Drank June 2022 (1560 views) | | | Tasted by Mancha on 7/4/2023: Gilmar (1718 views) | | | Tasted by Sean Tay on 5/13/2023 & rated 93 points: Previously had a much better bottle, should be bottle variation. Have a high ullage and good bottle condition. A lot of sediments. Medium nose with charr wood, toast, earth. Medium- tannin and medium- acidity. (1965 views) | | | Tasted by Aptosc6 on 2/12/2023 & rated 87 points: Had this at a friends over dinner.
Not much nose but served colder than cellar temperature.
Tannin (so typical of this vintage). Not much fruit and, with retrospect probably never had much to begin with. Probably my 4th time drinking this wine. Drink up. (2443 views) | | | Tasted by Sean Tay on 1/28/2023 & rated 96 points: The score was different from my previous notes recently. Pronounced nose intensity with notes of mushroom, earth, cooked black fruits, toast. Acidity and tannin is both medium. Bottle variation as compare to previous. Did not decant. Drinking at it best now. (2125 views) | | | Tasted by Sundbyberg on 1/13/2023 & rated 94 points: Having read the rather modest reviews of this vintage I did not expect much, but this turned out to be a great wine.
Typical Pauillac berries, on the fuller side, well balanced and maybe still with some tannins.
One of the better vintages of MR that I have had ( previously 1983, 2001, 2002, 2008, 2013).
Perfectly stored since release and seems to be at peak now. (2011 views) | | | Tasted by RenoGene on 12/28/2022 flawed bottle: Inherited this title which was not properly cellared. It was not drinkable (1556 views) | | | Tasted by LibaLibera on 11/5/2022: Medium brick red, earthy/dusty notes, plenty of Tertiary aromas/dried fruits, extremely fine and silky tannins (1604 views) | | | Tasted by crazywineguy on 10/28/2022 & rated 90 points: More than respectable. Strong structure still with identifable tannins and acidity but clearly tertiary fruit structure. Fairly classical Mouton structure/mouthfeel. Drink up! (1248 views) | | | Tasted by Sean Tay on 7/30/2022 & rated 92 points: Pronounced nose intensity with notes of mushroom, earth, black fruits, smoke, cedar and toast. Acidity and tannin is both medium and its probably past it peak unless the wine have good provenance. (1743 views) | | | Tasted by MC on 7/10/2022: Base neck fill. Pulled cork and let stand for an hour. Poured from bottle and this was really nice for the first 30 minutes or so. Dark fruits, wonderful mature secondary notes on the nose. After about 30 minutes it started to fade. Nice but drink now and ideally within 30 minutes of first pour. A- (1587 views) | | | Tasted by LorenzoIlMagnifico on 4/16/2022 & rated 94 points: Tasted at the same time as a '75 Lafite. A bit lighter. More austere maybe because of Merlot. Very balanced. Tannin will let this wine age for several more years despite its age. A real treat. (1935 views) | | | Tasted by canan on 4/15/2022 & rated 93 points: Very impressive and intense note packed with complex spices, cedar and manure. A touch of fruit is still present on the palate but in general, it is a fragile wine. There is a decent and complex depth but also an overweight of tannins. The tannins are mature but still stringent and present which does removed some of the overall balance. In general, a lovely wine that is still drinkable but also very much old. (1749 views) | | | Tasted by wineguy75 on 3/11/2022 & rated 97 points: 30 min decant and filter. Surprisingly robust and drank much younger. Strong cigar box vibe (1855 views) | | | Tasted by jonboy74 on 12/30/2021 & rated 92 points: Bought at auction. Tertiary. Cow shit, hay. Cork fell into the bottle, fortunately the capsule was welded to the bottle, maintaining a good seal. Bricking but still great color. Watery finish initially but filled out after an hr. Great wine considering the vintage. (1982 views) | | | Tasted by Malarky997 on 11/17/2021 flawed bottle: Not yet Port… (2024 views) | | | Tasted by merlotsmile on 6/4/2021: Vinminnen2 (552 views) | | | Tasted by ploher on 3/31/2021: (Mostly) Bordeaux 1975: The nose is much darker here especially in contrast to the Comtesse tasted next to it, it’s meatier, more masculin, but also a lot less refined and complex. The palate is quite rough as well with still quite massive tannins blocking the finish. On the weaker spectrum of the evening, but to be honest it got better the longer the bottle was open. 16.5/20 (3354 views) | | | Tasted by englishman's claret on 12/12/2020 & rated 85 points: The Warhol label is by far the best pet of the experience with the 75 Mouton. The great fill suggests this is probably about the best this gets but, despite that, this is much more about deciding whether it’s more like Darjeeling or Ceylon - rather than fruit - which accents the worn leather, old oak, and loam. Decades, rather than years, past its best. (5013 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| By Jancis Robinson, MW
JancisRobinson.com (12/3/2014)
(Ch Mouton Rothschild Pauillac Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Richard Jennings
RJonWine.com (10/7/2008)
(Château Mouton Rothschild) Bricking dark red violet with clear meniscus; tart Cab Franc, plum and tobacco nose; very tart plum, herbal palate; medium-plus finish 92 points | By Richard Jennings
RJonWine.com (4/27/2007)
(Château Mouton Rothschild) Plummy, mushroom nose; tasty, elegant, plummy, with tart red fruit and mushroom notes; medium finish 93 points | By Richard Jennings
RJonWine.com (12/31/2003)
(Château Mouton Rothschild) Slightly musty, tart cherry nose; mellow, elegant sweet cassis and currant fruit, with a hint of roses; soft, sweet tannins and a medium finish 94 points |
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Vineyard mapRed Bordeaux BlendRed Bordeaux is generally made from a blend of grapes. Permitted grapes are Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec and rarely Carménère.Today Carménère is rarely used, with Château Clerc Milon, a fifth growth Bordeaux, being one of the few to still retain Carménère vines. As of July 2019, Bordeaux wineries authorized the use of four new red grapes to combat temperature increases in Bordeaux. These newly approved grapes are Marselan, Touriga Nacional, Castets, and Arinarnoa.
Wineries all over the world aspire to making wines in a Bordeaux style. In 1988, a group of American vintners formed The Meritage Association to identify wines made in this way. Although most Meritage wines come from California, there are members of the Meritage Association in 18 states and five other countries, including Argentina, Australia, Canada, Israel, and Mexico.France Vins de France (Office National Interprofessionnel des Vins ) | Pages Vins, Directory of French Winegrowers | French Wine (Wikipedia)
Wine Scholar Guild vintage ratings
2018 vintage: "marked by a wet spring, a superb summer and a good harvest"
2019 vintage reports
2021: "From a general standpoint, whether for white, rosé or red wines, 2021 is a year marked by quality in the Rhône Valley Vineyards. Structured, elegant, fresh and fruity will be the main keywords for this new vintage."
2022 harvest: idealwine.info | wine-searcher.comBordeaux Bordeaux Wine Guide
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History of Bordeaux
History of 1855 Bordeaux Classification
"2009 is all about ripeness, with wines impressively packed with ripe fruit and high alcohol levels. They are showy, in-your-face, and full of pleasure. The 2010s have the fruit and alcohol levels of the 2009s, but with a compelling freshness on the finish that balances the fruit and provides a perfect sense of structure." - Ben Nelson
"2016 is a landmark vintage in certain spots of Bordeaux and it should be remembered as one of the most inspired campaigns of the last 40-50+ years." -Jon Rimmerman
"The quality of red Bordeaux in 2016 was universally lauded – although the response to the en primeur campaign was muted. Quantity was high too, with the equivalent of 770 million bottles of wine produced. An exceptionally dry summer with cool nights eventually, thanks to mid September rain, resulted in small, thick-skinned, ripe grapes, and the wines are marked by high tannin and acidity, with superb aromatic fragrance." - Jancis Robinson
"2017 was complicated, but there are some excellent wines. Expect plenty of freshness and drinkability from wines that will offer excellent value, and others that will rival 2016 in terms of ripeness and ageability. But they are likely to be the exception not the rule, making careful selection key." - Jane Anson
"In the past, a vintage such as 2022 may have been overripe, raisined and low in acidity but 2022 had a sneaky little reservoir in its back pocket - a near perfect marriage of cool/cold/rain the previous winter and the previous vintage that literally soaked the soils (a key to why 2022 is not 2003...or 1893)." - Jon RimmermanMédoc Vins du Médoc (Conseil des Vins du Médoc) - Read More about the Medoc
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The eight precisely defined appellations of the whole of the Médoc (from Blanquefort Brook to the north of the Bordeaux built-up area, almost to the Pointe de Grave) may claim the Médoc appellation. But there is also a specific territory in the north of the peninsula which produces exclusively wines with this appellation. In the great majority, the Médocs come from the north of the peninsula. The great individuality of this region is that the number of vines has increased more recently here than elsewhere, apart from a few isolated spots where vines have grown for many years. Today, the size of the small estate has brought about the development of a powerful co-operative movement. Four co-operatives out of five belong to the group called Unimédoc which ensures aging, bottling and marketing a large proportion of their wines.Pauillac Read more detailed information about Pauillac Looking full onto the river from the earliest days, with an important port activity, traces of which go back to ancient times (shipment of bronze as long ago as 2000 B.C.), Pauillac's life has always been intimately linked to the history of wine. Although port activities were at the root of its prosperity, Pauillac had to wait until the eighteenth century when Bordeaux ceased to hold its privileged position to become a wine port. The town then became the natural outlet for the wine production of neighbouring cantons before reaching its zenith in a period when the vineyards were exceptionally prosperous.
The characteristic of the Pauillac terroir is its exceptional relief: the many undulating ridges make it unique morphologically speaking. Highly favourable conditions facilitate the dissection of the layer of gravel. This thin, Garonne gravel from whose very poverty springs great richness, has an extremely effective natural drainage.
With their velvet red colour with a hint of amber, the wines from the Pauillac appellation, full-bodied and rich in tannin, are vigorous. Powerful when young, their aromas of red fruits (black-currant, raspberry) or flowers (violets, roses, irises) melt with the passing of time into a bouquet which is long in the mouth.
Rich and complex, the wines of Pauillac deserve to be laid down for a little longer.
Production conditions (Decree dated November 14, 1936)
In order to have the right to the Pauillac appellation of controlled origin, red wines must:
- come from the commune of Pauillac and from precisely defined parcels in the communes of Cissac, Saint-Julien, Saint-Estèphe and Saint-Sauveur, "excluding the parcels situated on recent alluvium and sand on impermeable subsoils",
- satisfy precise production conditions : grape-varieties (Cabernet-Sauvignon, Cabernet-Franc, Carmenère, Merlot Noir, Petit Verdot, Cot or Malbec), minimum of sugar (178 grammes - 6.27 oz. - per litre of must) degree (an acquired 10°5) base yield (45 hectolitres per hectare). |
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