2007 Mouton Baronne Philippe
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Tasted at BI Wine & Spirits' 10-Years-On tasting, the 2007 D'Armailhac has a very attractive bouquet with ample black fruit laced with violets and blueberry, quite Margaux-like in style. The palate is medium-bodied with svelte tannin, a crisp line of acidity, commendable structure and a lovely graphite-tinged finish that lingers long in the mouth. This appears to have improved in recent years, and it comes thoroughly recommended. Tasted February 2017.
Mid bricky red. Undergrowth and warm bricks, gently inviting, just a touch meaty. Smooth though still with a slight firmness. Harmonious if rather slight on the palate. Easy to drink and enjoy now. (JH)
Very minerally nose but with lots of ripe fruit too. Dry finish but very classic claret and a bit more concentration than most 2007s. Fades a little fast. (JR)
About the producer
Ch. d’Armailhac is a Pauillac Fifth Growth owned by the Rothschilds, who also own Ch. Mouton Rothschild. Lavished with the same attention to detail and having benefitted from extensive investment in recent years, this estate can offer brilliant value in comparison to its First Growth sibling.