2005 Chateau Mouton Rothschild

Name: 2005 Chateau Mouton Rothschild
Brand: Chateau Mouton Rothschild
SKU: 935ddb484303d9194903968837430b07
Price: 399.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 96 (19 reviews)

Pauillac, France

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- $ 973 / 750ml

4.5 from 72 User Ratings
96 / 100 19 Critic Reviews
Style Red - Savory and Classic
Grape Variety Bordeaux Blend Red
Food Pairing Beef and Venison

- Expert tasting note: (2005 vintage) "Deep, dark, ruby-red color. Ripe, rich cassis & black-fruit aromas on the nose. The palate shows vibrant ripe blackcurrant fruit & lots of cedary new oak. At first it seems a little overdone & too opulent, but the fruit concentration ensures it lasts really well, acidity cuts in & balances the finish which is long pure & very elegant. Balanced to warm alcohol adds a little roundness to the finish." - 11/09 DCAMW
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Chateau Mouton Rothschild

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Region or Appellation

Pauillac

Medoc / Bordeaux / France

Grape Variety / Blend

Bordeaux Blend Red

85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot & 1% Cabernet Franc

Style

Red Wine

Red - Savory and Classic

Food Pairing

Beef and Venison

The general rule with all red meat is the leaner the meat, the...

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About the Product

Classification: 1er Grand Cru Classé
Drinking Window: 2019-2065

Analytical Data

Alcohol ABV: 13%
Sweetness: Dry

Production Attributes

Maturation: Oaked
Oak Type: French
Winemaker: Philippe Dhalluin
Ownership: Baronne Philppine de Rothschild
Harvest date: 21st September - 6th October.
Closure Type: Cork
Vineyard Notes: The Château Mouton Rothschild vineyard, mostly situated on a hillock called the “Plateau de Mouton” which rises to 27m above sea-level, is planted on very deep gravelly soil with the varieties typical of the region: Cabernet Sauvignon (81%), Merlot (15%), Cabernet Franc (3%) and Petit Verdot (1%). These proportions are not reflected identically in the wine, because the blend varies according to the character of each vintage. However, Cabernet Sauvignon always predominates: it is Cabernet Sauvignon that gives Mouton its rich tannins, its wealth of aroma and flavour and its ageing capacity, while Merlot, an inseparable companion, brings suppleness, roundness and exceptional length. As with other top Médoc wines, the vineyard is densely planted – 10,000 vines per hectare – and the average age of the vines is around 44 years.

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Vintage Notes: Weather conditions for the 2005 vintage were unusual, since the year was 0.3° C colder than the average for the last forty years, mainly due to cooler than normal nights. The period from April to September was particularly dry, with only 313 mm of rainfall being recorded between the start of the year and the harvest, compared with an average of 602 mm. However, these exceptional conditions did not affect the usual pace of the vegetation cycle. Flowering occurred for all three varieties around 5 June and veraison took place a few days earlier than the average, between 1 and 8 August. The grapes were harvested between 21 September and 6 October in conditions that may be described as ideal. Although the a typically dry weather meant that yields were relatively low, the wines show rich, powerful and stylish tannins. Overall, the profile of the 2005 vintage is rather reminiscent of 1976, 1982 and 1995.

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Ageing: 18 month
Producer Tasting Notes: The wine has an attractive colour, dark, deep and still very young, and an elegant, complex nose that combines refined notes of oak, toast and vanilla with intense, wild berry fruit. Touches of mint and spice complete the array, bringing freshness and originality. The palate is both powerful and substantial, revealing attractively close-knit, juicy and succulent tannins combined with concentrated blackcurrant and blackberry flavours that reinforce the impression of fullness of flavour. The finish is very long, carried by a touch of sweetness and the perfect expression of rich, ripe Cabernet Sauvignon typical of great Pauillac vintages.

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Awards

(1)

3 Stars coup de cœur

2005 Vintage

Awarded: 2009

Le Guide Hachette des Vins

Suggested Dishes to Pair With This Wine

Steak with Béarnaise sauce Main Course: Contains: beef steak; Western

Ribeye steak Main Course: With Béarnaise sauce; Western

Braised beef with dumplings Main Course: German

Manchego Cheese Course: Spanish

Details

About the Product

Classification: 1er Grand Cru Classé
Drinking Window: 2019-2065

Analytical Data

Alcohol ABV: 13%
Sweetness: Dry

Production Attributes

Maturation: Oaked
Oak Type: French
Winemaker: Philippe Dhalluin
Ownership: Baronne Philppine de Rothschild
Harvest date: 21st September - 6th October.
Closure Type: Cork
Vineyard Notes: The Château Mouton Rothschild vineyard, mostly situated on a hillock called the “Plateau de Mouton” which rises to 27m above sea-level, is planted on very deep gravelly soil with the varieties typical of the region: Cabernet Sauvignon (81%), Merlot (15%), Cabernet Franc (3%) and Petit Verdot (1%). These proportions are not reflected identically in the wine, because the blend varies according to the character of each vintage. However, Cabernet Sauvignon always predominates: it is Cabernet Sauvignon that gives Mouton its rich tannins, its wealth of aroma and flavour and its ageing capacity, while Merlot, an inseparable companion, brings suppleness, roundness and exceptional length. As with other top Médoc wines, the vineyard is densely planted – 10,000 vines per hectare – and the average age of the vines is around 44 years.

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Vintage Notes: Weather conditions for the 2005 vintage were unusual, since the year was 0.3° C colder than the average for the last forty years, mainly due to cooler than normal nights. The period from April to September was particularly dry, with only 313 mm of rainfall being recorded between the start of the year and the harvest, compared with an average of 602 mm. However, these exceptional conditions did not affect the usual pace of the vegetation cycle. Flowering occurred for all three varieties around 5 June and veraison took place a few days earlier than the average, between 1 and 8 August. The grapes were harvested between 21 September and 6 October in conditions that may be described as ideal. Although the a typically dry weather meant that yields were relatively low, the wines show rich, powerful and stylish tannins. Overall, the profile of the 2005 vintage is rather reminiscent of 1976, 1982 and 1995.

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Ageing: 18 month
Producer Tasting Notes: The wine has an attractive colour, dark, deep and still very young, and an elegant, complex nose that combines refined notes of oak, toast and vanilla with intense, wild berry fruit. Touches of mint and spice complete the array, bringing freshness and originality. The palate is both powerful and substantial, revealing attractively close-knit, juicy and succulent tannins combined with concentrated blackcurrant and blackberry flavours that reinforce the impression of fullness of flavour. The finish is very long, carried by a touch of sweetness and the perfect expression of rich, ripe Cabernet Sauvignon typical of great Pauillac vintages.

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Awards

(1)

3 Stars coup de cœur

2005 Vintage

Awarded: 2009

Le Guide Hachette des Vins

Critics Scores & Reviews

(19)

2005 vintage

96 / 100

19 scores

95 - 100

90 - 94

85 - 89

80 - 84

75 - 79

0 - 74

When to drink: 2019 to 2065

98 / 100 The Wine Palate

2005 Vintage Tasted: Jun 2025

When to drink: 2022 to 2060

The 2005 Mouton Rothschild is composed of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, and 1% Cabernet Franc. Deep garnet-brick in color, it soars from the glass with an opulent, flamboyant nose of blackcurrant cordial, black cherry preserves, and violets with licorice, espresso, and clove oil in the background. Medium to full-bodied, this is a more structured face of Mouton, delivering a firm backbone of ripe, grainy tannins and plenty of freshness, finishing long and decadent. Still so youthful, this is just the opening act for this show-stopper, but what an entrance! Drink it now to 2060+.

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PRO Jancis Robinson

2005 Vintage Tasted: Jun 2021

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98 / 100 Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider

2005 Vintage Tasted: Nov 2019

This is so young. Yet, if you look inside with just a bit of effort, the wine is fabulous with unlimited potential. Concentrated, full, rich and with serious depth of flavor, the wine balances its naturally opulent nature with the structure to age, a wall of ripe tannin and endless waves of juicy, ripe, fresh, pure cassis. Patience is warranted. So give it 15 years and enjoy it over the next 50! 98 Points

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? / 100 James Suckling

2005 Vintage Tasted: Nov 2015

This accelerates on the palate with incredibly ripe tannins and finesse. Full body, roasted fruit, leather and grilled meat. Dried flowers, too. It shows superb tannin backbone and polish. Tight and youthful. Just starting to open. Currant and berry undertones with lead pencil are impressive. Better in 2018 but so delicious now.

About James Suckling

95 / 100 Wine Enthusiast

2005 Vintage Tasted: Jan 2008

If 2005 was a rich year, Mouton reaches the heights of richness. Almost too rich, too New World, but you have to be impressed by the aromatic intensity of the black fruits, the dense, firm tannins, and the superripe black juice and licorice flavors. The wood is still too overpowering and needs time to settle in.

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97 / 100 Falstaff

2005 Vintage Tasted: Dec 2006

Bright ruby, good depth of colour, purple reflections. Fine blackberry notes on the nose, classic cassis confit, very pure, delicate savoury notes. Sweet core on the palate, wonderful tannins, full of dark berry fruit, a seamless wine, juicy and elegant, great structure, excellent length, great development and certain ageing potential. Extremely rich in finesse. I found this wine extraordinarily convincing.

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98 / 100 The Wine Independent

2005 Vintage Tasted: Jul 2022

When to drink: 2022 to 2060

About The Wine Independent

100 / 100 Jane Anson - Inside Bordeaux

2005 Vintage Tasted: Jun 2022

When to drink: 2022 to 2050

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98 / 100 Robert Parker The Wine Advocate

2005 Vintage Tasted: Nov 2019

When to drink: 2019 to 2055

About Robert Parker The Wine Advocate

96 / 100 Jean-Marc Quarin

2005 Vintage Tasted: Oct 2019

When to drink: 2020 to 2065

About Jean-Marc Quarin

96 / 100 Jeannie Cho Lee

2005 Vintage Tasted: Apr 2017

When to drink: 2020 to 2020

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95 / 100 Wine Spectator

2005 Vintage Tasted: Mar 2008

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19.5 / 20 La Revue du Vin de France

2005 Vintage Tasted: Jan 2007

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98 / 100 The Wine Front

2005 Vintage

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96 / 100 CellarTracker

2005 Vintage

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91 / 100 Jamie Goode

2005 Vintage

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19.5 / 20 Bettane et Desseauve

2005 Vintage

When to drink: 2020 to 2050

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User Ratings

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4.5

72 ratings

2005 Chateau Mouton Rothschild, Pauillac, France

Excellent

2005 Vintage Saved: 28-Aug-2021

Deep, dark, ruby-red color. Ripe, rich cassis & black-fruit aromas on the nose. The palate shows vibrant ripe blackcurrant fruit & lots of cedary new oak. At first it seems a little overdone & too opulent, but the fruit concentration ensures it lasts really well, acidity cuts in & balances the finish which is long pure & very elegant. Balanced to warm alcohol adds a little roundness to the finish. 11/09 DCAMW

Good

2005 Vintage Saved: 27-Aug-2022

I get blackcurrant fruit and dry wood. Granted it's 'only' 2022 but there doesn't seem to be much going on here except a unique celery note, but I have had more interesting and more complex Bordelais in my time at a fraction of the price. More like a Pomerol/Merlot than a CS Paulliac. Hype wine.

Excellent

2005 Vintage Saved: 23-Oct-2021

Excellent

2005 Vintage Saved: 16-Feb-2019

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Vintage Critics Score Avg. Price (ex-tax)

All 97 / 100 $ 799 2024 94 / 100 $ 325 2023 97 / 100 $ 444 2022 98 / 100 $ 811 2021 95 / 100 $ 595 2020 98 / 100 $ 747 2019 98 / 100 $ 751 2018 98 / 100 $ 826 2017 95 / 100 $ 610

2016 98 / 100 $ 987 2015 96 / 100 $ 815 2014 95 / 100 $ 647 2013 92 / 100 $ 610 2012 95 / 100 $ 625 2011 94 / 100 $ 651 2010 97 / 100 $ 1,148 2009 97 / 100 $ 1,027 2008 95 / 100 $ 632 2007 93 / 100 $ 576 2006 95 / 100 $ 776 2005 96 / 100 $ 973 2004 93 / 100 $ 584 2003 94 / 100 $ 635 2002 93 / 100 $ 603 2001 92 / 100 $ 683 2000 95 / 100 $ 2,716 1999 91 / 100 $ 621 1998 94 / 100 $ 687 1997 90 / 100 $ 606 1996 94 / 100 $ 726 1995 93 / 100 $ 722 1994 89 / 100 $ 539 1993 89 / 100 $ 670 1992 86 / 100 $ 725 1991 88 / 100 $ 632 1990 91 / 100 $ 721 1989 93 / 100 $ 702 1988 91 / 100 $ 593 1987 89 / 100 $ 661 1986 96 / 100 $ 1,044 1985 93 / 100 $ 784 1984 87 / 100 $ 653 1983 92 / 100 $ 659 1982 97 / 100 $ 1,569 1981 89 / 100 $ 606 1980 87 / 100 $ 624 1979 84 / 100 $ 722 1978 87 / 100 $ 539 1977 85 / 100 $ 750 1976 86 / 100 $ 685 1975 89 / 100 $ 601 1974 87 / 100 – 1973 83 / 100 $ 998 1972 77 / 100 $ 2,205 1971 88 / 100 $ 711 1970 91 / 100 $ 475 1969 82 / 100 $ 700 1968 84 / 100 – 1967 88 / 100 $ 816 1966 89 / 100 $ 795 1965 77 / 100 $ 3,688 1964 88 / 100 – 1963 68 / 100 – 1962 91 / 100 $ 2,800 1961 96 / 100 $ 3,333 1960 87 / 100 – 1959 97 / 100 $ 4,095 1958 86 / 100 – 1957 79 / 100 $ 1,257 1956 77 / 100 – 1955 96 / 100 $ 2,800 1954 82 / 100 – 1953 93 / 100 $ 1,800 1952 88 / 100 $ 1,300 1951 84 / 100 – 1950 86 / 100 – 1949 94 / 100 $ 7,642 1948 91 / 100 $ 2,750 1947 92 / 100 – 1946 84 / 100 – 1945 97 / 100 $ 24,890 1944 – $ 6,750 1943 88 / 100 – 1942 – – 1941 – – 1940 – – 1939 87 / 100 – 1938 80 / 100 – 1937 93 / 100 $ 1,501 1936 – – 1935 – – 1934 94 / 100 $ 2,494 1933 – – 1931 – – 1930 – – 1929 96 / 100 – 1928 94 / 100 – 1927 – – 1926 – – 1925 87 / 100 – 1924 – – 1923 – – 1922 – – 1921 72 / 100 – 1920 – – 1919 – – 1918 91 / 100 – 1917 92 / 100 – 1916 78 / 100 – 1915 – – 1914 – – 1913 – – 1912 – – 1911 – – 1910 – – 1909 – – 1908 – – 1907 – – 1906 – – 1905 – – 1904 87 / 100 – 1903 – – 1902 – – 1901 – – 1900 – – 1899 98 / 100 – 1898 – – 1897 – – 1896 – – 1895 – $ 7,500 1894 – – 1893 – – 1892 – – 1891 – – 1890 – – 1889 – – 1888 – – 1887 – – 1886 – – 1883 – – 1882 – – 1881 – – 1880 – – 1877 – – 1876 – – 1875 – – 1874 – – 1873 – – 1871 – – 1870 – – 1869 – – 1867 – – 1865 – – 1861 – – 1859 – – 1855 – – 1853 – – 1845 – – 1836 – –

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Vintage quality: Legendary

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The 2005 vintage for Bordeaux was exemplary, brimming with classy wines.

A warm beginning to the growing season saw both a successful budburst and flowering. Although conditions rarely got hot enough to cause serious vine stress, they were exceedingly dry and, in so...

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