Mouton Rothschild - 1986 (750ml) Size:750ml and massive layers of richness

and massive layers of richness that build incrementally on the palate

and a plump

The artist is Miró

this full-bodied wine can be drunk now or cellared for another 25-30 years

but it’s still a singular expression of Grenache that could come from nowhere else

Mouton Rothschild - 1986 (750ml) Size:750ml and massive layers of richnessThe 1986 Mouton Rothschild is a blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot that was picked from 2 October until 16 October. Winemaker Philippe Dhalluin, who was not working at the property back then, told me that the pH was fairly low at 3. 54 when it is usually around 3. 75, due to the natural tartaric acid in the vines. It has a powerful and intense bouquet as always: exemplary graphite and cedar scents, a