Description
2016 Château Mouton Rothschild is a First Growth Pauillac from an outstanding Left Bank vintage, widely seen as one of the estate’s greatest modern wines.
Grape blend and style
The wine is dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon (about 83%) with Merlot plus small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, giving it intense black‑fruit character and firm structure.
It shows a very deep, almost opaque purple‑black color, signaling high concentration and ripeness.
Aromas and flavors
Typical notes include blackcurrant/cassis, blackberry, blueberry, and dark plum, layered with licorice, graphite, cedar, and floral tones like violets.
As it opens, many tasters report hints of truffle, crushed stone, tobacco, cocoa, spice, and mineral/iron notes, giving a very complex and multifaceted bouquet.
Structure and aging potential
The palate is full‑bodied, dense, and vertical (deep from front to back), with powerful yet very fine, silky tannins and vivid acidity.
Top critics describe it as one of the most powerful Moutons ever, with a very long finish and a drinking window that really starts around 2026–2027 and can extend for many decades.
Critical reception
2016 Mouton Rothschild has received multiple 100‑point scores from major critics (e.g., James Suckling, Wine Advocate, Vinous, Jeb Dunnuck), who praise its combination of power, precision, and elegance.
It is often compared to the legendary 1986 Mouton but noted as having more refinement and inner sweetness while retaining a strong, mineral‑driven backbone.
Serving and food pairing
If you open a bottle now, decanting for several hours is recommended to let the tannins relax and the aromatics fully emerge.
It pairs best with rich, savory dishes such as roast lamb, ribeye, game, or other hearty meat preparations that can stand up to its intensity and structure.
For 2016 Château Mouton Rothschild 750 ml, the current global market average is about 1,000 USD per bottle ex‑tax.
Retail offers in the U.S. commonly range roughly from about 1,050 to 1,300 USD per bottle depending on retailer, provenance, and whether it is a pre‑arrival or in‑stock bottle.
Quantity 6 Bottles Asking Price per bottle $1250.00
