With its flair and precision, Le Petit Mouton de Mouton Rothschild 2023 embodies the elegance of a top-tier Pauillac. As the second wine of the renowned estate, it appeals to enthusiasts seeking a classic Bordeaux that is accessible in its youth yet destined for fine development. Beneath its apparent ease, it delivers a serious performance, where the uprightness of Cabernet Sauvignon sets the pace while the other varieties add depth and velvet. The 2023 charms with the purity of its expression, a dynamic palate and a distinctive way of marrying density with drive. More than a label, a signature that evokes grand tables and the pleasure of service without artifice, simply right.

Assemblage et vinification

From the Pauillac appellation, this wine showcases the balance of Médoc grape varieties. The 2023 blend is built around Cabernet Sauvignon (79%), supported by Merlot (12%), Cabernet Franc (7%) and Petit Verdot (2%). Rigorous selection, the cornerstone of the estate's style, aims for fruit clarity, fine tannins and depth without weight. The cellar work gently supports the raw material, preserving aromatic brightness and a fresh framework. Oak ageing, handled with restraint, brings shape, toasted nuances and a sense of volume that never becomes excessive. The whole is balanced around a precise structure, capable of ageing while offering immediate pleasure.

Notes de dégustation

• Appearance : deep and luminous, indicating harmonious concentration and lively energy.
• Nose : frank notes of blackcurrant and dark fruits, lifted by touches of embers, cigar box, sweet pepper and finely toasted wood that add complexity without overpowering the bouquet.
• Palate : broad and fleshy attack, creamy texture, lively tannins with a silky grain, savoury freshness that stretches the finish. The fruit stays pure, wrapped in delicate spices, with a flavoursome and consistent length.

Température de service et conseils

To reveal its full dimension, serve this Pauillac in large glasses to allow the bouquet to open. A prior decanting in a carafe refines the tannin texture and clarifies the oak nuances. Maintain a moderate serving temperature, appropriate for great Bordeaux reds, and store the bottle away from light and temperature fluctuations. Over minutes, the wine gains complexity, moving from generous fruit to deeper notes, always guided by a sense of balance and precision.

Accords mets et vin

• Starters : game terrine, delicate charcuterie, roasted vegetables with reduced jus.
• Main courses : grilled rib of beef, herb-crusted rack of lamb, roast pigeon, porcini risotto, short jus infused with mild spices.
• Cheeses : aged Comté, sheep's milk tomme, mature mimolette, served with crusty country bread.
• Finish : plate of poached dark fruits and chocolate shavings to extend the thread of spices and melted oak.

Moments de dégustation

Le Petit Mouton de Mouton Rothschild 2023 performs brilliantly at large gatherings, intimate dinners where every detail matters, and occasions when you want to share a wine with character without waiting decades. It can be enjoyed now or after a few years' rest to gain patina and complexity.

• To celebrate an event with a Pauillac that is both serious and welcoming.
• At a gourmet dinner centred on roasted meats and concentrated jus.
• As a gift for a knowledgeable enthusiast, reflecting a demanding selection.

Caractéristiques

• Nom : Le Petit Mouton de Mouton Rothschild 2023
• Appellation : Pauillac AOC
• Type : Vin rouge
• Millésime : 2023
• Cépages : Cabernet Sauvignon 79%, Merlot 12%, Cabernet Franc 7%, Petit Verdot 2%

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