Mouton Rothschild - 2014 - 'Le Petit Mouton' - 750 ml.

The 2014 Le Petit Mouton has quite a sophisticated bouquet with black fruit, black truffle, pencil box and a light marine influence. The palate is medium-bodied with a graphite-driven entry, the acidity very well judged, gently building towards an elegant, supple finish that seems to caress the mouth. These days, Le Petit Mouton is equal to many Grand Vin in Pauillac—a remarkable melioration over the last decade.

James Suckling: 93

Gun metal, blackcurrants, stones and blueberries. Sweet tobacco, too. Full-bodied, firm and powerful. Very minerally. 93% cabernet. Needs three to four years to soften. Layered and beautiful. Second wine of Mouton.

Wine Spectator: 92

Very pure, with a core of cassis and plum fruit infused with a bright anise note, draped over a solid structure. Iron-edged grip pulls everything into focus. Best from 2020 through 2030.