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Petit Mouton (2nd wine of Mouton Rothschild) 2012

Pauillac, Second wine

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The 2012 Le Petit Mouton de Rothschild (79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc) shows loads of charcoal, burning embers, a nice hint of dark chocolate and blackcurrants. It is fleshy and medium-bodied, with up-front fruit and density. This second wine of Mouton has certainly gone from strength to strength under the administration of Philippe Dhalluin. Drink it over the next 15-20 years.

Score: 90

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2015-2035 01 April 2015

The 2012 Le Petit Mouton represents 38% of the crop, which is much higher than the normal 25% that usually makes it into the second wine. Composed of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc, it reveals similar black currant liqueur notes, but they are less intense and pervasive. Administrator Philippe Dhalluin has fashioned a wonderfully opulent, round, juicy Petit Mouton exhibiting plenty of chocolaty notes intermixed with a subtle hint of oak offered in a lush, easily understood style. Enjoy this charming, endearing Le Petit Mouton over the next 15+ years.

Score: 90 - 92

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2013-2028 26 April 2013

A rich and round red with currant, strawberry and citrus character. Full body, creamy tannins and a fruity finish. This shows much more richness and depth in bottle than from barrel. Excellent. Drink or hold.

Score: 92

James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com Maturity: 2015+ 15 February 2015

Some herbal and chocolate character with good fruit. Spices and tobacco too. Medium-to-full body. Second wine of Mouton. 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, and 2% Cabernet Franc.

Score: 88 - 89

James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 21 April 2013

Dark crimson. Opulent, already open nose. Really rather soft on the palate .. Chercher les tannins! This seems deliberately to have been made to be drunk early. Tingly and vibrant. Mouton Lite indeed! (17- Points)

Score: 17

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2018-2025 24 April 2013

Delivers a juicy, briar-framed core of plum and cassis, with savory and tobacco leaf notes already emerging on the finish. The tannins are supple, suggesting this will be very approachable from the beginning. Tasted non-blind.

Score: 89 - 92

James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 08 April 2013