Château Mouton Rothschild stands as one of Bordeaux’s most iconic and expressive First Growths — a château where boldness and beauty are entwined, where viticulture becomes artistry, and where each vintage is both a wine and a statement. Though it was excluded from the original 1855 classification, Mouton was elevated in 1973 after decades of persistence by Baron Philippe de Rothschild, making it the only château ever to rise to Premier Grand Cru Classé. That ascent reflects Mouton’s deeper ethos: “First I am, second I was, Mouton does not change.”

The estate lies on the northern edge of Pauillac, its 90 hectares of vineyard resting on deep gravel over limestone — classic Médoc terroir, perfect for Cabernet Sauvignon. The grape dominates the vineyard and the blend, with Merlot and a small portion of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot adding finesse and nuance. Farming is meticulous, with a growing focus on sustainable practices and biodiversity. In the cellar, fermentation is carried out in oak vats — a rare and traditional choice — followed by ageing in 100% new French oak barrels. The technical team, led by Philippe Dhalluin and now Ariane Khaida, brings a modern touch to this house of grandeur, refining structure without diminishing soul.

Mouton’s wine is unmistakable: opulent, layered, and unapologetically expressive. Cabernet delivers cassis, graphite, and a regal tannic frame; Merlot contributes plushness and spice. Aromas of cedar, blackcurrant, cigar box, and exotic wood swirl into a wine of great depth and resonance. The texture is enveloping yet precise — dense without heaviness, radiant without volatility. Each vintage reflects its year, but always with the Mouton signature: richness balanced by refinement, decadence tempered by discipline.

What sets Château Mouton Rothschild apart is its synthesis of craft and culture. Since 1945, each vintage has featured a bespoke label designed by an acclaimed artist — from Picasso to Warhol to Haring — transforming each bottle into a collectible object of art. But the true art is in the wine itself: bold, commanding, and enduring. Mouton does not merely age; it evolves with grandeur.

Château Mouton Rothschild is for those who seek Bordeaux at its most theatrical and profound — a wine that is not content to whisper, but sings, with color, conviction, and legacy. It is not only a First Growth by name, but a living testament to vision, perseverance, and the audacity of beauty.