SKU: 18842
Chateau Montrose Saint Estèphe 2005
- ws94
750ml
$279.99
Category | Red Wine |
Varietals | |
Region | France, Bordeaux, St. Estephe |
Brand | Chateau Montrose |
Alcohol/vol | 13.2% |
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2005 was known as the year of drought. The water deficit was constant and alarming: by the harvest, the volume of rainfall was less than half the average quantity of the past 30 years. Once more, the clayed sub-soils of Montrose played an important role. On the other hand, the temperature was significantly good, particularly during the summer with a profitable alternation of hot days and cool nights, sign of a very good ripening of the grapes. Period of harvest: September 23rd - October 9th
2005 impresses by its exceptional power, the amazing pure fruit, and the extraordinary engaging elegance without having the overwhelming charm of the 2003.
Stylistically, very classical and very Bordeaux-like, without austerity.
Wine Spectator
- ws94
Black licorice and blackberry aromas, with hints of mineral, lead to a full-bodied palate. Very chewy, with loads of tannins, yet this follows through with beautifully ripe fruit, mineral and mint. Fascinating. Best after 2012.