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Petit Mouton (2nd wine of Mouton Rothschild) 2009

Pauillac, Second wine

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The 2009 vintage is administrator Philippe Dalhuin-s finest effort to date. I don-t think I have ever enjoyed a Le Petit Mouton (which represents 27% of their total production) more than his 2009, which is a blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc. Dense ruby/purple, with plenty of ripeness, it displays the famous Mouton creme de cassis intermixed with spring flowers, licorice and some background forest floor notes. This beauty can be drunk now or cellared for 15 or more years.

Score: 90

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com 01 March 2012

The second wine, the 2009 Le Petit Mouton, is the finest second wine they have ever made. Aromas of black currants, flowers, mocha, and earth jump from the glass of this fleshy, heady, full-bodied wine. The final blend is 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc, and the alcohol level is slightly higher than the Mouton’s. It should drink well for 15+ years. (Tasted once.)

Score: 90 - 92

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2010-2025 27 April 2010

Aromas of smoke, bacon and ripe fruits, follow through to a full body, with lots of blackberries and bramble berries. Velvety tannins, with lovely intensity and balance. Gorgeous wine. Second wine of Mouton-Rothschild. 63% Cabernet Sauvignon. 22% Merlot, and 15% Cabernet Franc.

Score: 94

James Suckling, - 15 February 2012

Impressive aromas of mint, mineral and black fruits follow through to a full body, with velvety tannins and persistent finish. Dense and well-structured. 63 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, 22 percent Merlot and 15 percent Cabernet Franc

Score: 90 - 93

James Suckling, Wine Spectator 01 April 2010

Fine dark red, beautiful cassis nose, fragrant and plummy, silky/satiny texture, very seductive classy black fruits with good tannin back-up. Drink 2014-20. (17.5 points)

Score: 17 - 18

Decanter, Decanter.com Maturity: 2014-2020 01 April 2010

The second wine of Mouton Rothschild, Petit Mouton is always rare. 63CS 22M 15CF. Spicy and rich with rich plums and toffee oak evident. Thick cherry and currants in the middle with with nice tang .

Score: 90 - 93

Albany Vintners, - 01 April 2010

A blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc with around 8% vin de presse. This has a very deep purple/garnet core. The nose is quite rich, well defined, opulent for a Le Petit Mouton (obviously not so Petit this year!) Blackberry, a touch of plum, Mirabelle with just a hint of damon. Good lift. The palate is much more tannic than I expect, a feisty Le Petit Mouton, firm tannins, rigid structure with a touch of savoury fruit towards the spice-tinged finish. Moderate length. Perhaps it needs to calm down a bit...a bit tough on the finish. Tasted March 2010.

Score: 88 - 90

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com 30 March 2010