Thomas Duroux is crafting more integrated

it's downright sexy

1% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot

lifted kirsch and the faintest waft of a subtle floral perfume in the background

and well-balanced with fine depth and classic Médoc character

Chateau Mouton Rothschild, Pauillac, 2005, 75cl 100RP Thomas Duroux is crafting moreTechnical Director Chief Winemaker Philippe Dhalluin said this was a special year for him, because he considers it his first great vintagehe started in 2004. Deep garnet with hint of brick, the 2005 Mouton Rothschild is evolving into unabashed, flamboyant notes of Christmas cake, plum preserves, chocolate covered cherries, eucalyptus and crme de cassis with beautifully fragrant wafts of potpourri, incense, Indian spices and cigar box. Full bodied, the