Rating: 92(+?) - As reviewed by International Wine Cellar in Issue 78, May/June 1998 Ruby-red, not quite as deep as the '96. Exotic, sweet aromas of currant, lead pencil, spice and woodsmoke. A huge wine that conveys a sense of sheer power, but not quite as delineated or stylish as the '96. This really explodes on the aftertaste, but the '96 is more subtle. Clearly first-growth size, but less fine than the '96.

Luscious black currant flavored Cabernet fruit makes Mouton beguilingly easy to drink. Rich Complex flavors, powerful ripe tannins and an extremely long finish are all hallmarks of this wine.

Rating: 95/100 - As reviewed by The Wine Advocate in Issue 115

Rating: (95-97) - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 104 on Apr-96

Rating: 94/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 01/01/07

Rating for France-Bordeaux-Pauillac: 92 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: too young, let it sit<br/>