Mouton Cadet Héritage, Bordeaux

Baron Philippe de Rothschild selects each terroir for the specific characteristics it brings to Mouton Cadet. The limestone and gravelly clay soils of the Côtes de Bordeaux impart density and structure, while the clay-limestone soils of the Bordeaux appellation give the wine its fruit and roundness. GRAPE VARIETALS: Merlot: 85% Fruit and roundness Cabernet Sauvignon: 8% Power and structure Cabernet Franc: 7% Refinement and elegance. MATURING 16 months with oaking for 8 to 10 months TASTING NOTES ASPECT: An intense garnet red with a slight crimson hue NOSE: The nose opens on a mixture of black and red fruit, especially blackberry, bilberry and candied cherry, then with airing goes on to display delicate touches of spice and blackcurrant. PALATE: From a round and rich attack on fresh fruit flavors such as bilberry, blackcurrant and cherry, the mid-palate reveals powerful but beautifully tannins, leading into an attractively fresh finish on notes of mild spice, especially cinnamon and vanilla. FOOD PAIRING: Prime rib, lamb shoulder, duck magret with green pepper sauce. Serving temperature: 15 - 17°c