History of Château Mouton Rothschild 2001, Pauillac
Located in the Médoc region of Bordeaux, Château Mouton Rothschild 2001 belongs to the
Pauillac appellation. Its history began in 1853 when Baron Nathaniel de Rothschild took over the reins of the château. It was then Baron Philippe de Rothschild's turn to manage Château Mouton Rothschild in 1922. This is where the "Mouton" legend begins.
Numerous decisions and innovations will be implemented over the coming years. Like the complete bottling at the château in 1924, a first in the region. Or the different bottle illustrations for each vintage, entrusted to contemporary artists that began in 1945 with the famous Philippe Jullian.
Château Mouton Rothschild did not have the opportunity or the time to be part of the 1855 classification, but was fortunate enough to enter it in 1973, even though no changes had been accepted before.
Grape varieties and characteristics of Château Mouton Rothschild 2001
In the Château Mouton Rothschild vineyard, different grape varieties are grown. Mouton Rothschild
2001 is predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon (86%), Merlot (12%) and a tiny touch of Cabernet Franc (2%).
Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are the main grape varieties of the Bordeaux region. Merlot is known for its sweetness, maturity and elegance. Cabernet Sauvignon brings a more robust, full-bodied, tannic character.
Château Mouton Rothschild generally produces wines ranging from 12.5° to 14°; for Château Mouton Rothschild 2001, the alcohol level is 12.5°, offering a deep, complex taste. It has a lovely ruby-purple color. It is recognized for its aromas of black fruits in particular, but also spices and floral notes.
Other Pauillac wines include those of
Château Lafite Rothschild. We also offer other vintages of Château Mouton Rothschild wine.
