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1988 Chateau Mouton Rothschild – Pauillac First Growth with Classical Elegance
The 1988 Chateau Mouton Rothschild embodies the sophistication of a classic Left Bank vintage. From the heart of Pauillac, this First Growth Bordeaux blends power and refinement, showcasing the estate’s historic terroir and meticulous winemaking. The 1988 vintage remains one of the great examples of Mouton’s ability to age with grace and depth.
Tasting Notes
The bouquet reveals layered aromas of cassis, cedar, and graphite, intertwined with notes of tobacco leaf, forest floor, and subtle spice. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, offering flavors of blackberry, earth, and minerals. Fine-grained tannins support a structured, persistent finish that highlights the wine’s maturity and balance.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
The 1988 vintage is composed predominantly of **Cabernet Sauvignon**, with smaller portions of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. Matured in **100% new French oak barrels**, the élevage accentuated both its concentration and finesse. Mouton’s gravel-rich soils and meticulous vineyard practices underpin its remarkable complexity and longevity.
Investment & Collectibility
The 1988 Château Mouton Rothschild has entered its peak drinking window, offering collectors the opportunity to experience a fully mature First Growth Bordeaux. As with all Mouton vintages, the 1988 release features a commissioned artist label, further enhancing its desirability and collectibility. Perfect for your collection.
Vintage Specifics & Accolades
The **1988 vintage** in Bordeaux produced wines of structure and classical character, built for long-term cellaring. Today, they are prized for their balance of fruit, minerality, and savory complexity.
- 95 points – Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
- 94 points – Vinous
- 93 points – Wine Spectator
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1988 Chateau Mouton Rothschild – Pauillac First Growth with Classical Elegance
The 1988 Chateau Mouton Rothschild embodies the sophistication of a classic Left Bank vintage. From the heart of Pauillac, this First Growth Bordeaux blends power and refinement, showcasing the estate’s historic terroir and meticulous winemaking. The 1988 vintage remains one of the great examples of Mouton’s ability to age with grace and depth.
Tasting Notes
The bouquet reveals layered aromas of cassis, cedar, and graphite, intertwined with notes of tobacco leaf, forest floor, and subtle spice. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, offering flavors of blackberry, earth, and minerals. Fine-grained tannins support a structured, persistent finish that highlights the wine’s maturity and balance.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
The 1988 vintage is composed predominantly of **Cabernet Sauvignon**, with smaller portions of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. Matured in **100% new French oak barrels**, the élevage accentuated both its concentration and finesse. Mouton’s gravel-rich soils and meticulous vineyard practices underpin its remarkable complexity and longevity.
Investment & Collectibility
The 1988 Château Mouton Rothschild has entered its peak drinking window, offering collectors the opportunity to experience a fully mature First Growth Bordeaux. As with all Mouton vintages, the 1988 release features a commissioned artist label, further enhancing its desirability and collectibility. Perfect for your collection.
Vintage Specifics & Accolades
The **1988 vintage** in Bordeaux produced wines of structure and classical character, built for long-term cellaring. Today, they are prized for their balance of fruit, minerality, and savory complexity.
- 95 points – Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
- 94 points – Vinous
- 93 points – Wine Spectator
Explore Related Collections
1988 Chateau Mouton Rothschild – Pauillac First Growth with Classical Elegance
The 1988 Chateau Mouton Rothschild embodies the sophistication of a classic Left Bank vintage. From the heart of Pauillac, this First Growth Bordeaux blends power and refinement, showcasing the estate’s historic terroir and meticulous winemaking. The 1988 vintage remains one of the great examples of Mouton’s ability to age with grace and depth.
Tasting Notes
The bouquet reveals layered aromas of cassis, cedar, and graphite, intertwined with notes of tobacco leaf, forest floor, and subtle spice. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, offering flavors of blackberry, earth, and minerals. Fine-grained tannins support a structured, persistent finish that highlights the wine’s maturity and balance.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
The 1988 vintage is composed predominantly of **Cabernet Sauvignon**, with smaller portions of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. Matured in **100% new French oak barrels**, the élevage accentuated both its concentration and finesse. Mouton’s gravel-rich soils and meticulous vineyard practices underpin its remarkable complexity and longevity.
Investment & Collectibility
The 1988 Château Mouton Rothschild has entered its peak drinking window, offering collectors the opportunity to experience a fully mature First Growth Bordeaux. As with all Mouton vintages, the 1988 release features a commissioned artist label, further enhancing its desirability and collectibility. Perfect for your collection.
Vintage Specifics & Accolades
The **1988 vintage** in Bordeaux produced wines of structure and classical character, built for long-term cellaring. Today, they are prized for their balance of fruit, minerality, and savory complexity.
- 95 points – Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
- 94 points – Vinous
- 93 points – Wine Spectator
Explore Related Collections
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