1993 Château Mouton Rothschild Pauillac [6 x 750ml OWC]

1993 Château Mouton Rothschild OWC Description

1993 Château Mouton Rothschild OWC 750ml is a mature and collectible First Growth Bordeaux from Pauillac, presented with its original wooden case (OWC). This vintage combines Château Mouton Rothschild’s historic prestige, classic Left Bank character, decades of bottle age, and the estate’s celebrated artist-label tradition.

The 1993 Château Mouton Rothschild was produced from 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, and 7% Cabernet Franc. Cabernet Sauvignon provides structure, black fruit, cedar, and aging potential. Merlot contributes roundness and richness, while Cabernet Franc adds aromatic complexity and elegance.

Harvest took place from September 23 through October 10, 1993. The estate describes the vintage as balanced and full-bodied, with mature fruit, velvety tannins, and developed tertiary character.

1993 Château Mouton Rothschild OWC Key Features

• Producer: Château Mouton Rothschild
• Vintage: 1993
• Classification: Premier Grand Cru Classé / First Growth
• Appellation: Pauillac
• Region: Bordeaux
• Country: France
• Wine Type: Red Wine
• Cabernet Sauvignon: 80%
• Merlot: 13%
• Cabernet Franc: 7%
• Harvest: September 23 – October 10, 1993
• Label Artist: Balthus
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Presentation: OWC / Original Wooden Case
• Style: Mature Left Bank Bordeaux
• Best For: Collecting, private cellars, fine wine gifting, Bordeaux tastings, and special occasions

Tasting Notes

Aromas

Blackcurrant, leather, cold smoke, delicate caramel, cedar, earth, and mature Bordeaux complexity.

Palate

Round and richly flavored with black fruit, warm humus, velvety tannins, savory depth, and balanced mature Pauillac character.

Finish

Long and compact with lingering warmth, dark fruit, earth, leather, smoke, and refined aged Bordeaux depth.

1993 Balthus Artist Label

The 1993 Château Mouton Rothschild label was created by celebrated artist Balthus. The artist-label tradition is one of Château Mouton Rothschild’s defining features and gives individual vintages added appeal for wine and art collectors.

The 1993 Balthus label adds an important visual and cultural element to this mature First Growth Bordeaux, making the bottle desirable beyond the wine itself.

Why Collectors Want 1993 Château Mouton Rothschild OWC

1993 Château Mouton Rothschild OWC combines First Growth status, mature Pauillac character, a Balthus artist label, and original wooden case presentation.

The OWC adds presentation value and is particularly attractive to collectors looking for bottles accompanied by their original estate packaging.

With more than three decades of bottle age, mature examples may show blackcurrant, leather, smoke, caramel, earth, cedar, and softened tannins. This bottle is especially attractive for buyers searching for vintage Mouton Rothschild, 1993 Bordeaux, mature Pauillac, Balthus wine labels, and collectible First Growth Bordeaux.

Serving Recommendation

Serve around 60–65°F. Stand the bottle upright before opening so sediment can settle. Open carefully with an ah-so or professional wine opener.

Because this is a mature Bordeaux, decant gently only if needed to separate sediment. Avoid excessive aeration and allow the wine to develop gradually in the glass.

Food Pairing

Pair with filet mignon, ribeye, roasted lamb, duck, veal, braised short ribs, mushroom dishes, truffle preparations, aged Comté, and classic French cuisine.

Buyer Note

Because this is a mature collectible wine with original wooden case presentation, buyers should review provenance, storage history, fill level, cork condition, capsule condition, label condition, bottle condition, wooden case condition, and overall presentation before purchase.