Château Mouton-Rothschild

Class: Premier Cru (First Growth)

Appelation: Pauillac

Château Mouton-Rothschild has its vineyards on the slopes leading down to the Gironde estuary, in the Bordeaux region, mainly producing grapes of the cabernet sauvignon variety.

The Château has approximately 188 acres of grape vines.

In 1973, Mouton was elevated to first growth status after decades of intense lobbying. Château Mouton Rothschild was excluded from 1855 First Great Growth status, widely believed that the exception was made because an Englishman had recently purchased the vineyard.

The wine is characterised by its richness and long finish.

Vines: The vineyards are Cabernet Sauvignon (77%), Merlot (11%), Cabernet Franc (10%) and Petit Verdot (2%).

Output: 20,000 - 25,000 cases per annum.

Artwork on Labels

Since 1946 Chateau Mouton-Rothschild wines have had the labels designed on commission by contemporary artists, including some of the world's greatest painters and sculptors.  Each label is unique to that year, and the artists are paid in wine for their work.  You can find our more about the label designs at http://www.theartistlabels.com.