Mouton Rothschild - 1995 (3L) Regnie with chalk and floral characteristic

with chalk and floral characteristic aromas unique to the site

Finishes sappy and very long

These are two great successes in this vintage that have aged well and surprised me by their intensity and overall complexity

the fruit is hand-harvested and carefully sorted

Mouton Rothschild - 1995 (3L) Regnie with chalk and floral characteristicBottled in June, 1997, this profound Mouton is more accessible than the more muscular 1996. A blend of 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc, and 19% Merlot, it reveals an opaque purple color, and reluctant aromas of cassis, truffles, coffee, licorice, and spice. In the mouth, the wine is "great stuff," with superb density, a full bodied personality, rich mid palate, and a layered, profound finish that lasts for 40+ seconds. There is outstanding