Château Duhart-Milon

The Duhart-Milon 2021 is a classic Pauillac: dense, structured, with the long breath of a wine that needs time – and rewards those who give it to it.

Château Duhart-Milon has belonged to the Rothschild family since 1962 and is located right next to the famous Lafite. The vines stand on typical Pauillac soils: deep gravel over limestone, which stores heat and forces the roots to dig deep. The result is wines with backbone and minerality – it is no coincidence that Duhart-Milon was classified as a Quatrième Grand Cru Classé in 1855.

In the glass, the 2021 shows aromas of blackcurrant and plum, underpinned by cedar wood and a hint of graphite. The tannins are present but fine-grained – not pressure, but structure. The finish is long, with a subtle spice that is typical for the appellation.

• Temperature: 17–18 °C, decant for at least an hour
• Pairs with: Rack of lamb with herb crust, entrecôte, mature Comté