1997 Chateau Mouton Rothschild, Pauillac 1st Growth

"The appearance is similar to Latour ’97 and in fact the nose seems to have more vigour althought the new oak is not so seamlessly melded. Blackberry, a touch of cassis, but the oak sticks out rather. The palate is full-bodied, quite dense with a touch of opulence and showiness about it (well, it is Mouton!) I am not sure about the balance: difficult to discern the fruit intensity under than oak. Leathery finish. Not bad. Drink 2010-2020."  Neal Martin, The Wine Advocate, July 2008

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