Chateau Montrose, St. Estephe 2012

Grapes Cab Sauv 57%, Merlot 37%, Cab Franc 5% Producer Established in 1815, Changing hands in 1866 and then again in 1896 by the Charmolue family until 2006 when it was acquired by Martin and Olivier Bouygues. For the next 7 years they brought Ch. Montrose into the 21st Century. 2nd Growth, St-Éstephe Tasting Note A deep dazzling purple. The nose opens with airing to reveal elegant fresh fruit, blackcurrant bud and eucalyptus aromas. A powerful, silky mid-palate building to a long finish on notes of brioche and licorice. Drink now-2025. Scores and Awards 90-93/100 – Robert Parker, Wine Advocate