2020 Le Petit Mouton de Mouton Rothschild, Pauillac 3x75cl

Bordeaux ⋅ France
Vintage: 2020 ⋅ Other: 2007 2009
Pack size: 3x75cl
Pack type: Original Wooden Case
AG95JR17.5NM93VIN92WA92

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Producer Profile

Producer Profile

Chateau Mouton Rothschild: The Newest First Growth

While Lafite is famed for its reserve, poise and sophistication, Mouton Rothschild is a Bordeaux First Growth of opulence, decadence and luxury. The newest addition to the First Growth rank, courtesy of its promotion in 1973, Chateau Mouton Rothschild is a Pauillac of immense character.

The Grand Vin is the star of the show and, thanks to the tight selection of only the best fruit, is made up of just 40% of the overall production of the estate. The second wine, Petit Mouton, is always a charming wine that gives a fantastic window into the house style. Also worth seeking out is the rare white wine, l”aile d’Argent, which comes from just 5ha and is excellent value.

Chateau Mouton Rothschild: Fireworks and Flamboyance

Mouton Rothschild has a terroir perfect for the Cabernet Sauvignon that makes up the vast majority of the blend. Here, deep gravel and old vines – some up to an incredible 120 years – mean incredible quality of fruit. They combine to make Mouton one of the greatest wines on the planet.

The style here is one of exuberance and lush opulence all framed by Pauillac’s famous structure that allows for great ageing potential. Classic signatures of Mouton are soaring aromatics of rich dark fruit, cassis and cigar box on the nose. This is followed by a cashmere mouthfeel and huge length.

The Iconic Artist Labels

Uniquely and famously, Chateau Mouton Rothschild’s label changes with each new vintage. Every year a globally renowned artist is commissioned to design a label that reflects the year and the wine.

The list of contributing artists reads like a who’s who of the latter part of the 20th century. It includes Salvador Dali in 1958, Henry Moore in 1964, Pablo Picasso in 1973 and Andy Warhol in 1975. Francis Bacon in 1990, Lucien Freud in 2006 and David Hockey in 2014. The 1993 artwork by Balthus gained some notoriety.  Complaints from a concerned group in America led to the nude figure on the labels being removed from stocks destined for the USA. Instead, just a blank background used instead.

Tasting Notes

Tasting Notes

vinum 92

Not quite as pristine and pure as the opening wine. Just a hint of something herbaceous. [Matthew Hemming, 01/01/2024]

Antonio Galloni 95

The 2020 Le Petit-Mouton is fabulous. Dark red plum, blood orange, pomegranate, mint and cinnamon all build as this flamboyant, striking Petit Mouton shows off its considerable charms. Even with the high percentage of Cabernet, the 2020 is supple and quite soft for a young wine. Bright acids perk up the mid-palate, leading to the brilliant, sculpted finish. This has come together beautifully with elevage. [Antonio Galloni, 23/02/2023]

Anticipated maturity: 2025-2038

Neal Martin 93

The 2020 Le Petit Mouton, which contains a relatively higher level of Cabernet Sauvignon this year, represents 36% of the total production. It has a wonderful, entrancing bouquet, a mixture of red and black fruit, freshly tilled soil, cedar and emerging floral scents of iris petal and incense. I love the energy on this not so "petit" Mouton. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins and perfectly judged acidity, harmonious and poised with superb mineralite and tension toward the finish. So sophisticated. This is (yet another) great Le Petit Mouton. [Neal Martin, 26/05/2021]

Anticipated maturity: 2025-2045

Wine Advocate 92

The 2020 Le Petit Mouton is a blend of 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot and 4% Cabernet Franc, weighing in with 13.1% alcohol. Deep garnet-purple colored, it comes galloping out of the glass with exuberant notes of ripe blackcurrants, fresh blackberries and kirsch, plus suggestions of Indian spices, clove oil and chocolate box, plus a fragrant suggestion of lilacs. The medium-bodied palate has a rock-solid structure of firm, grainy tannins and bold freshness supporting the tight-knit red and black berry layers, finishing long with a peppery kick. [Lisa Perrotti-Brown, 02/05/2021]

Anticipated maturity: 2025-2042

JancisRobinson.com 17.5

72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc. 36% of the production. Cask sample. Powerful, tense and very Pauillac. Fruit pure and mouth-filling with dark-fruit and graphite notes. Layers of fine-grained, powdery tannin provide a velvety texture as well as length and persistence. Certainly has the structure to age. (JL) [20/04/2021]

Anticipated maturity: 2028-2045

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