1987 | Chateau Mouton Baronne Philippe | Chateau Mouton Baron Philippe

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Red Wine: 1987 | Chateau Mouton Baronne Philippe | Chateau Mouton Baron Philippe

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Producer: Chateau Mouton Baronne Philippe

Vintage: 1987

Size: 750ml

Varietal: Bordeaux Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Country/Region: France, Bordeaux

Producer Information

The existence of Chteau dArmailhac dates back to the late 17th century, as evidenced in a land register from 1680 which mentions the brothers Dominique and Guilhem Armailhacq, owners of parcels of land in Pauillac. Another land register from 1750 notes that their descendants have planted with vines the family estate, covering 15 to 16 hectares (37-39 acres).By the end of the 18th century the estate has grown to 52 hectares (128 acres) but the brokers of the time describe its wine as disappointingly thin. Throughout the following century, Mouton dArmailhacqs owners work unceasingly to improve its quality, using techniques such as topping-up, running-off, barrel disinfection and fining. Their efforts are rewarded in 1831, when the wines of Mouton dArmailhacq sell for twice as much as their more highly reputed neighbours. The ultimate recompense, Chteau Mouton dArmailhacq is given Fifth Growth status in the 1855 Classification the same one which made Chteau Mouton Rothschild First of the Seconds. The first wine, the only one authorised to bear the growths name, is distinguished from the second wine, less rich and sold for consumption in local taverns.