Château Montrose Saint-Estèphe 2009
Bordeaux wine 2ème Grand Cru Classé

Robert Parker : 100 points
Wine Spectator : 97-100 points
Red wine 2009
- Area : Bordeaux
- Name : Saint-Estèphe
- Grape variety : Cabernet-franc, Cabernet-sauvignon, Merlot, Petit-Verdot
- Structure : Complex, Length, Lush, Rich, Sappy
- Families of flavor : Flowers, Fresh fruits, Spices, Stones
- Conservation : Apogée 2025-2035
- Temperature of service : 16-17°
- Mets/wines agreements : Filet d'agneau en croûte, Magrets de canard aux figues, Tournedos Rossini
- Capacity : Bottle (0,75 L)





Description of the Château Montrose
Wine Spectator : 97-100 points
"Big and structured, delivering wild aromas of Indian spices, crushed berry, sweet tobacco and coffee. Full-bodied, with loads of velvety, chewy tannins and a long spicy finish. The château says this is like the 1990, but I think it could be even better." (2011)
Robert Parker : 100 points
"A colossal effort, the 2009 Montrose represents a hypothetical blend of the monumental duo of 1989 and 1990 combined with the phenomenal 2003. With 13.7% alcohol (an all-time high at Montrose), it is a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot and the rest tiny quantities of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Some structure and minerality can be detected in the background, but the overall impression is one of massive blackberry, black currant and mulberry fruit intermixed with forest floor, damp earth, crushed rocks and a hint of spring flowers. Full-bodied with sweet but abundant tannin, Jean-Bernard Delmas believes this is the greatest wine he has made during his short tenure at Montrose since retiring from Haut-Brion. This wine will undoubtedly shut down for a decade, then unleash its power, glory and potential perfection. Anticipated maturity: 2020-2050+." (2011)