2023 Le Petit Mouton de Mouton Rothschild, Pauillac 1x750ml

Vinous 91-93

The 2023 Le Petit-Mouton is aged in 50% new oak. It has an intense nose, mainly black fruit commingling with briar and light estuarine scents. Perhaps the aromatics feel a bit “secretive” at present. The palate is medium-bodied with a concentrated entry. This is a voluminous and powerful Pauillac for the vintage, driven by that 79% Cabernet Sauvignon. There’s a fine bitter edge on the finish; give this Le Petit Mouton three to five years in bottle. [Neal Martin, 04/29/2024]

Anticipated maturity: 2028-2045