Château Montrose 2011, Saint-Estèphe 2° Grand Cru Classé - Parker 90
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Château Montrose 2011 is a Saint-Estèphe 2ᵉ Grand Cru Classé, powerful and elegant, with aromas of black fruits, truffles and spices.
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.
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Data sheet
| Volume | 0,75l |
| Vintage | 2011 |
| Alcohol | 13° |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites. |
| Packing | OWC 12 bottles |
| Vines | Cabernet Sauvignon 63%, Merlot 22%, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot |
| Storage advice | Great cellaring potential |
| Consumption guidelines | Drink between 16 and 18°C. |
| Taste | Dry |
| Producer | SCEA du Château Montrose, Jean-Bernard Delmas, 33180 Saint-Estèphe, France |
| Bottling | Mis en bouteille au Château |
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Château Montrose 2011 is a Saint-Estèphe 2ᵉ Grand Cru Classé, powerful and elegant, with aromas of black fruits, truffles and spices.