6 bottles per lot
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Château Mouton-Rothschild 1990
Pauillac, 1er cru classé
In original tissues. Levels: three base of neck and three top-shoulder
Tasting note: At first, in cask, I preferred the lusher? ’89, but within a couple of years it displayed an almost explosive, rich, spicy, nose. Aged ten, the spiciness seemed to owe much to new oak and, despite its richness, a touch of leanness. In June 2003, sweet, almost chewy, very drinkable but a bit ‘edgy’ and very tannic. Most recently, an impériale: deep, maturing more quickly than the ‘89’ rich, complete, harmonious bouquet; sweet, soft, fleshy, spicy, with a dry finish. Very good, very enjoyable, but not great. Last tasted July 2005 ***(*) 2008 – 2016. MB.
6 bottles per lot
Pauillac, 1er cru classé
In original tissues. Levels: three base of neck and three top-shoulder
Tasting note: At first, in cask, I preferred the lusher? ’89, but within a couple of years it displayed an almost explosive, rich, spicy, nose. Aged ten, the spiciness seemed to owe much to new oak and, despite its richness, a touch of leanness. In June 2003, sweet, almost chewy, very drinkable but a bit ‘edgy’ and very tannic. Most recently, an impériale: deep, maturing more quickly than the ‘89’ rich, complete, harmonious bouquet; sweet, soft, fleshy, spicy, with a dry finish. Very good, very enjoyable, but not great. Last tasted July 2005 ***(*) 2008 – 2016. MB.
6 bottles per lot
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