Mouton Rothschild 1982
Mouton Rothschild 1982 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot (Pauillac, France), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is noticeable. Good with steak, lamb, roast chicken, roast pork. Listed at £10000.00 by Hedonism Wines, who say it is out of stock; that is the last price, not an offer.
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One of the famous wines in the world, Chateau Mouton-Rothschild is located in Pauillac, around 30 miles north-west of Bordeaux itself. The chateau pioneered the idea of bottling their own wine in the 1920s while other prorperties were still selling & exporting in barrel. A Second Growth until 1972, the winery was official elevated to the high rank of Bordeaux classification in 1973 after much campaigning by the famous Baron Philippe de Rothschild. Alongside the quality of their wine, the chateau are also famous for their commissioning of world famous artists to create their labels with a new design featuring each year.