2009 Mouton Rothschild/Wudang (Left Bank Grade 1) 750ml

"2009 Mouton Rothschild (Wudang)" refers to the 2009 vintage of Château Mouton Rothschild's flagship red wine. "Wudang" is another transliteration of "Mouton." The following is a detailed introduction:

Château Background: Château Mouton Rothschild is one of the first-growth Bordeaux estates of the 1855 Bordeaux classification, located in the Pauillac appellation. Since 1945, the estate has commissioned a contemporary artist each year to design the label for its flagship wine, giving it artistic value.

Grape Varieties: A blend of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon and 12% Merlot.

Ratings: Received high scores from numerous authoritative rating agencies, including 99 points from Robert Parker (RP), 98 points from James Suckling (JS), and 98 points from Wine Spectator (WS). It also received perfect scores of 100 points from critics such as Jeb Dannack (JD) and Jeff Leve.

Flavor Characteristics: Deep, bright color, almost black with a sheen. The aroma is complex, with notes of cranberry and blackcurrant, accompanied by hints of tobacco, cedar, and spice. The palate is powerful yet delicate, with rich, ripe fruit flavors perfectly blended with rounded tannins, a balanced structure, and a full, long finish.

Label Design: Designed by Indian-British artist Anish Kapoor, the label uses black and red as its primary colors, expressing the vigorous vitality of the grapes with bold strokes.

Drinking Window: Critics recommend drinking between 2024 and 2060, with an aging potential of over 30 years.

Price Reference: The retail price in Hong Kong is approximately HKD 8200, equivalent to approximately RMB 7380.