2009 Chateau Mouton Rothschild Le Petit Mouton Pauillac 750 ml

Among the five First Growths, Mouton stands alone: It was promoted to the pantheon in 1973, the only one to have proven itself worthy of First Growth status after the original Classification of 1855. Since then, the wines of Mouton have become as prized as any in the world. 

Of course, collectors are delighted with Mouton because it’s a safe bet to appreciate in value. But Mouton is unique in that, since 1945, the château has commissioned a renowned artist to paint each vintage label: Chagall, Picasso, Dalí, Koons, Hockney, and even Prince Charles have contributed their talents to Mouton’s special tradition.

Le Petit Mouton is the second wine of Mouton Rothschild, grown on the younger vines in the First Growth vineyard. The 2009, from what may be the greatest vintage Pauillac has ever seen, bears a label chosen by Baroness Philippine de Rothschild, inspired by a drawing by renowned poster artist Jean Carlu.