2022 Aile d'Argent Blanc du Chateau Mouton Rothschild 3 bottles case

The 2022 Aile d’Argent Blanc du Château Mouton Rothschild is a luminous expression of Bordeaux’s artistry in white winemaking, created by one of the most illustrious First Growth estates. Château Mouton Rothschild, famous for its iconic labels designed each year by world-renowned artists, carries a legacy that combines innovation, creativity, and uncompromising excellence. The estate’s heritage stretches back to the 18th century, yet it is Baron Philippe de Rothschild’s bold vision in the 20th century that elevated Mouton to the rank of Premier Cru in 1973, the only revision ever made to the 1855 Classification. Today, the Rothschild family continues to guide the estate, fusing tradition with contemporary brilliance.

Aile d’Argent, first released in 1991, represents the château’s unique venture into white wine production. The 2022 vintage is composed of 63% Sauvignon Blanc, 35% Sémillon, and 2% Sauvignon Gris, sourced from carefully tended parcels near the Pauillac plateau. Vinification in barrel, with partial new oak, provides a balance between freshness and creamy texture. This vintage is marked by radiant ripeness and precision, shaped by a warm and generous growing season that preserved acidity and aromatic complexity.

In the glass, it shines with pale gold brilliance and an expressive bouquet of white peach, ripe pear, and citrus blossom. Layers of honeysuckle, lemongrass, and grapefruit zest unfold alongside delicate hints of almond, flint, and fresh herbs. Secondary and tertiary notes of beeswax, smoky mineral, lanolin, wet stone, and subtle toast enrich the profile, bringing depth and elegance. The palate is vibrant yet refined, with bright orchard fruit lifted by crystalline acidity, evolving into a creamy mid-palate, and finishing long with a saline, mineral echo.

Critics have praised the 2022 Aile d’Argent for its poise, aromatic purity, and exceptional ageing potential, with drinking windows extending over the next decade. It is a rare gem from one of Bordeaux’s most celebrated châteaux, ideal for collectors seeking something truly distinctive: a white wine with the soul of a First Growth.