1996 Château Duhart-Milon
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The 1996 Duhart-Milon-Rothschild is aging in wonderful fashion, to wit, a straight down the fairway Pauilliac. Now at 20 years of age, it has developed a fresh and very brine-scented bouquet with plenty of undergrowth and bell pepper aromas. You could almost imagine a bit of Loire Cabernet Franc in here! The palate is medium-bodied with a gentle grip on the entry, impressive body and backbone, likewise more than enough freshness on the structured finish laced with white pepper and bell pepper. Very classic in style, this is a Duhart for traditionalists, but I for one appreciate its style. It is drinking perfectly now but will continue to offer pleasure for another 20 years. Tasted July 2016.
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Dark crimson with an evolved rim. Notably aromatic – top ex-Lafite barrels? Delicate, light bodied but very fragrant and ready to drink. Just a slightly charred note on the end. Bone-dry finish. Tastes almost more like a classic St-Estèphe. (JR)
The second wine Moulin de Duhart will surely be launched en primeur eventually and rise sky high in price? Extraordinarily deep blackish ruby. Quite rich and ripe on the nose. Slightly dusty tannins underneath. Definitely chewier than the 1995 which is unusual! Slightly drying finish and a lack of juice. Good for those who like tough impact at any price but I prefer the Carruades in this vintage. (JR)
Very dark and evolved rim. Fresh, fragrant, spring-like nose. A full spread over the palate. Zesty with a dry finish. Very classic but polished and very good. Ever so slightly green. (JR)
About the producer
Ch. Duhart-Milon is a leading Pauillac estate owned by Domaines Barons de Rothschild, alongside Ch. Lafite Rothschild. It benefits from the same winemaking expertise and has seen significant investment in recent years.