Chateau Mouton Rothschild Pauillac France 2018 Wine Domaine de la Janasse This is usually my favorite

This is usually my favorite of the three single-vineyard wines produced by this estate

fresh and spicy yet intense and concentrated bouquet of candied grapefruits and lemon fruits

Checking in at 14

plus hints of lilacs

There is a prickly quality from the mineral acidity that makes this a fun paring with a variety of dishes from salty tapas to heartier pastas

Chateau Mouton Rothschild Pauillac France 2018 Wine Domaine de la Janasse This is usually my favoriteThis has so much tannic power, with density, layers and structure along with layers of blackberry, liquorice, baked earth, cigar box and the signature exotic spices of Mouton. A big, textured and complex wine that is taking it all in its stride. 100% new oak. There is the tiniest touch of Petit Verdot in the blend, but under 1%, so its not in the official figures. 62% of production went into the grand vin. 100 Pts Decanter