Chateau Mouton Rothschild Vintage 1942

Chateau Mouton Rothschild Vintage 1942A war time vintage which is now very rare. A small crop with the lack of labour and materials available. The classic Mouton Rothschild label, with this being pre 1945 when they started changing the label each year. Typical blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot. 75cl bottle. Abv not stated. Bottle condition, capsule a little corroded, label bin soiled, wine level mid shoulder.

level good

90% of the vineyard is planted with merlot

wine level high shoulder or better

the winery was abandoned during prohibition and it wasn't until 1979 when the property was bought and restored

A merchant bottling of what is now considered one of the best plots in the Cote de Nuits

Label Condition: Excellent

for both its red and white wines

A light vintage which was mostly consumed in the 90's

2009 was an excellent vintage for the region

Bought in 1964 and for many years growing grapes for neighbouring wineries

The 2014 vintage was small but excellent for the wines of California

Tasting Note 24/07/2018 - 99 Points