Château Troplong Mondot Saint-Emilion 2022 - 1er Grand Cru Classé B

Bettane & Desseauve

About the estate:

Crowning the Côte Pavie, this 27-hectare vineyard has suffered less erosion than all the other Saint-Emilion crus. The uniqueness of this single-block terroir lies in its particular location, as well as its powerful, very dense clay soils, originating from the Agenais region and dotted with stones and pebbles. Its former owner, Catherine Valette-Pariente, who passed away in 2014, had restored Troplong Mondot to its former glory. It was bought in 2017 by the reinsurer Scor. The property was then entrusted to Aymeric de Gironde, who ran Cos d'Estournel, one of the most prominent classified growths in the Médoc. To give the wine more nuance and freshness, Aymeric, who is originally from Charente, changed the winemaking process as soon as he arrived: a gentler method based on the infusion of marc and raw materials, and a reduction in the use of new barrels were the first adjustments made. To better showcase the vineyard plots, a new winery is under construction: this new facility will allow for greater precision in all technical operations. It will also enable the latest land acquisitions to be better utilized, whether Clos Labarde or Bellisle-Mondotte, neighboring vineyards that will initially be used for the second wine. In 2020, as part of this new concept, the restaurant is set to reopen with the same Michelin-starred chef, David Charrier. The 2017 and 2018 vintages mark the arrival of a fresher, more accessible style.

Decanter

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Sublime aromas escape from the glass, revealing scents of dried herbs, tobacco, mint, and blackcurrant. Sumptuous and generous, its texture, richness, and aromatic depth are simply impressive: round and full-bodied, but with such finesse that it does not seem too heavy. Controlled power and remarkable confidence. Balanced, harmonious, and irresistible, this is an incredible wine that already seems very accessible. Its tannins are impeccable, and its juicy red fruit aromas, enhanced by subtle notes of salty licorice, give it nuance and interest. Still a little shy, but what potential! Wonderful. 2030-2050

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

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Troplong Mondot 2022 has proven to be exceptionally beautiful. It exudes aromas of wild blackberries mixed with notes of licorice, rose petals, incense, and pencil lead. Full-bodied, complex, and multidimensional, with enormous volume on the mid-palate, superb integration, and an indescribable feeling of fullness. This terroir always offers great power, but I have never tasted a Troplong that is both so powerful and so harmonious and smooth. With a long finish featuring notes of violet, the 2022 represents the very essence of this remarkable terroir. 2028-2055

About the estate:

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

About the estate:

Following the death of its owner, Christine Valette-Pariente, in 2014, Troplong-Mondot, which occupies the most dominant position in Saint-Emilion, seems to be questioning its future. "Queen Christine" and her husband Xavier embodied the renaissance of this estate, which was confirmed in 2012 with its classification as a Premier Grand Cru Classé B. This was a well-deserved reward, not only for the terroir, but also for the work carried out by Christine and Xavier Pariente over more than twenty years. All the vintages produced since the late 1980s (1989 and 1990 in particular) have pushed the boundaries to demonstrate the excellence of this estate located on the Mondot hill. A page has been turned, one that will have marked the contemporary history of Saint-Emilion. It should be noted that the château offers an excellent restaurant in a personal and refined setting and magnificent guest rooms (Les Belles Perdrix).

Vinous

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A wine of remarkable elegance and precision, Troplong Mondot 2022 is exquisite. Crushed flowers, red fruits, blood orange, spices, and menthol intermingle on the palate. Troplong Mondot is undoubtedly one of the most silky and refined wines of the vintage. Perfectly balanced. Tasted twice. 2030-2052

Terre de Vins

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Six years ago, Troplong-Mondot began a spectacular transformation, and now it is fine-tuning the details. Buoyed by its unique terroir, it achieves a remarkable balance between power and brilliance. Deep-rooted and intense, it displays a dense, fresh texture and an energy that permeates every fiber of its tannins. It is precise, athletic, and elegant: a third-row wing with power and poise.

Yves Beck

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The bouquet reveals itself in a delicate, subtle way, without failing to emphasize its depth. The wine is not loud; it captures the attention with clear, assimilable messages that awaken all the senses dedicated to complexity and finesse. Very serene, the wine reveals many nuances with freshness as the common thread. On the palate, the scenario is almost identical to the olfactory journey. The wine starts off timidly, before letting its incisive structure take over and carry it forward, together with tannins that are certainly tight but supportive, powerful, and perfectly integrated, further enhancing the freshness and persistence of the finish. A very great Troplong Mondot, precise, mouthwatering, invigorating and verging on perfection. It has many years ahead of it to surpass itself and blossom a little more! A great success. A serene, authoritative and benevolent wine that knows exactly where it is going and offers exciting prospects that are already measurable. 2028-2048