La Dame de Montrose 2016, Saint-Estèphe - Parker 91
€62.50
(€63.86 L)
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La Dame de Montrose 2016
Appellation: Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux, France
Status: Second wine of Château Montrose
Ownership: Bouygues family
Grape varieties: Merlot predominant, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot
Vintage: 2016
Tasting
Colour: Deep ruby with garnet tints.
Nose: Fine and expressive. Aromas of red and black fruit (raspberry, blackberry, black cherry), discreet floral notes, hints of sweet spices (cloves, cinnamon), with a light woodiness (fine toast, light tobacco).
Palate: Supple, elegant attack. Silky texture with good density and fine, well-coated tannins. Harmonious mid-palate, marked by pure fruit and well-integrated acidity. The finish is persistent, fresh and refined, with hints of black fruit and spice.
Critic
- Wine Advocate: 92/100
- Vinous (Neal Martin): 91/100
- James Suckling: 93/100
Suggested pairings
Pairs perfectly with grilled or roasted red meats (rib steak, beef steak, duck breast), lamb with herbs, roast poultry (guinea fowl, duck) or poultry in sauce. It also goes well with simmered dishes (blanquette of veal, lamb tagine with prunes), hard cheeses (Tomme de brebis, Mimolette extra-vieille) and lightly blue-veined cheeses.
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Data sheet
| Volume | 0,75l |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Alcohol | 13,5° |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites. |
| Packing | OWC 6 bottles |
| Vines | Merlot 52%, Cabernet Sauvignon 35%, Petit Verdot 11%, Cabernet Franc 2% |
| 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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