Product description
Château Montrose 2011 is an exceptional red wine from the Saint-Estèphe appellation, classified 2ᵉ Grand Cru Classé in 1855. This vintage embodies the elegance and power characteristic of Montrose. The blend comprises 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot. Harvesting took place between 2 and 27 September 2011. The wine was matured in 50% new barrels and 50% 1st and 2nd wine barrels for 19 months.
Scores:
Robert Parker: 91-93/100
Jane Anson :94+/100
Decanter :18/20
Jean-Marc Quarin :91/100
James Suckling :92/100
Food and wine pairings
This wine goes perfectly with :
- Red meat, grilled or in sauce
- Roast or stewed game
- Mature cheeses (Brie, Chavignol, Munster)
- Dark chocolate or coffee desserts
Serving suggestions
Serve between 16 and 18°C. We recommend decanting for about 2 hours before serving. This wine is ready to drink now and can be kept for up to 20 years.
Data sheet
| Volume |
0,75l
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| Vintage |
2011
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| Alcohol |
13°
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| Allergens |
Contains sulphites.
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| Packing |
OWC 12 bottles
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| Vines |
Cabernet Sauvignon 63%, Merlot 22%, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
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| Storage advice |
Great cellaring potential
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| Consumption guidelines |
Drink between 16 and 18°C.
|
| Taste |
Dry
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| Producer |
SCEA du Château Montrose, Jean-Bernard Delmas, 33180 Saint-Estèphe, France
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| Bottling |
Mis en bouteille au Château
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