As the second label of the prestigious First Growth estate Château Mouton Rothschild, the 2017 Le Petit Mouton would have been crafted to provide a more approachable and early-drinking expression of Mouton's signature Pauillac style during a challenging vintage. The 2017 growing season in Bordeaux was marked by frost damage and uneven ripening, so the 2017 Le Petit Mouton was likely focused on ripe Merlot to add softness and accessibility, supported by Cabernet Sauvignon for structure and complexity. While not possessing the same concentration and longevity as the grand vin Mouton Rothschild, the 2017 Le Petit Mouton would have offered Bordeaux enthusiasts an affordable way to enjoy the house style of this iconic First Growth estate.