About this wine
Moulin de Duhart is the second wine of the prestigious Fourth Growth Château Duhart-Milon in Pauillac, Bordeaux. Crafted from younger vines and barrels not selected for the Grand Vin, it offers a more accessible and earlier-drinking expression of the Pauillac terroir. The blend typically features a higher proportion of Merlot than the flagship wine, resulting in a softer, rounder texture while maintaining the classic elegance, structure, and graphite notes characteristic of the Pauillac appellation. It showcases refined tannins and vibrant dark fruit aromas of blackcurrant and plum, with hints of cedar and pencil shavings, and is designed to be enjoyed within 5 to 8 years of the vintage.
An ideal entry point to experience the prestige of a Pauillac Grand Cru Classé estate without the wait. Decant for 30 minutes and enjoy within 5 to 8 years of the vintage for the best experience.
Sommelier's Note
"The best value expression of the Duhart-Milon estate — it captures the classic Pauillac elegance with immediate charm, ready to enjoy tonight without compromise."
Food Pairings
Pairs excellently with roasted lamb, grilled beef, duck breast, and hard cheeses. Complements earthy dishes like mushroom risotto or truffle-infused pasta. The slightly higher Merlot gives it versatility across a wider range of dishes than the Grand Vin.
When to drink it
Perfect for sophisticated dinner parties, celebratory meals, or as a thoughtful gift for Bordeaux enthusiasts seeking quality without the premium price tag of the Grand Vin.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- ¥6,000–9,000 per bottle (750ml)
Terroir & Winemaking
Produced from younger vines (under 10–12 years old) and lots not selected for the Grand Vin at Château Duhart-Milon. Vinification follows the same methods as the Grand Vin — temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation — but aged in a lower proportion of new oak barrels. The higher Merlot content is a deliberate choice to enhance suppleness and early drinkability while retaining Pauillac typicity.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Moulin de Duhart taste like?
- It features refined dark fruit flavors of blackcurrant and plum, cedar and graphite notes, with a smooth, velvety texture and supple tannins — more approachable than the Grand Vin but with genuine Pauillac character.
- How does it compare to Château Duhart-Milon?
- It is made from younger vines with a higher Merlot proportion, making it softer and ready to drink sooner. The Grand Vin offers greater complexity and aging potential.
- When is the best time to drink it?
- It is enjoyable upon release and reaches its peak within 5 to 8 years of the vintage — far more accessible than the 8–10 year minimum for the Grand Vin.
- What food should I pair it with?
- Excellent with grilled red meats, roasted lamb, duck, game birds, hard cheeses, and umami-rich Japanese dishes such as Wagyu beef or unagi (eel).
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