In the early 1980s Philippine de Rothschild decided to plant a few hectares of the vineyard with white grape varieties. The sandy, gravelly soil is planted with Sauvignon Blanc (55%) & Semillon (45%) at a density of 9,000 vines per hectare to encourage competition between the vines. 50% of the wine is aged in new oak barrels. Rich, complex and elegant, the Mouton Rothschild Aile d'Argent, despite being produced in very limited quantities, has quickly become a benchmark for lovers of fine white Bordeaux wines. Aile d'Argent is the title of a children's story that father Baron Philippe de Rothschild read to his children. It was a kind of self-invented fairy tale about the flying teapot. The teapot was called Aile d'Argent, Silver Wing. When the war broke out, Philippe de Rothschild was arrested (because of his Jewish background). In prison he wrote the story Aile d'Argent la Magique (Magical Silver Wing) from memory and it was published by Gallimard in 1947. This full-bodied Aile d'Argent has aromas and flavors of dried mango, fresh pineapple and lemon. Full and ripe, but framed by a clear, beautiful acidity. Spicy and lively with a long, intense finish. Exciting. The 2021 is a blend of 45% Sauvignon Blanc, 19% Sauvignon Gris and Sémillon. FACT: The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address