La Dame de Montrose - Second vin du Château Montrose 2011
16/20
Bettane & Desseauve
86/100
Robert Parker
Rating: Robert Parker 86/100, Bettane & Desseauve 16/20
“One of the best second wines from this appellation, the 2011 La Dame de Montrose offers enticing notes of black cherry and blackcurrant, supple tannins, medium body, and a silky texture. Although it lacks concentration, it makes up for it with its charm and undeniable appeal. Drink within the next 7 to 8 years.” (Wine Advocate - Robert Parker) • Delivered in a wooden case for orders of 6 bottles of this wine shipped within France •
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Eye
Deep, black color with purple highlights
Nose
a complex blend of sour cherry, raspberry, dark tobacco, and Havana, with a hint of vanilla
Palate
A crisp attack, a full-bodied and fresh mid-palate, and a long finish with precise, clean tannins. The wine shows great consistency on the palate. Notes of raspberry, vanilla, and mocha are evident. The oak is well-integrated.
Serve
decant at 17-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2014
Drink before
2031
Food and wine pairings
à déguster sur un civet de lièvre, des gibiers à plumes (grives, pigeon, faisan...)...<br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2014 guide) 16/20 (Very good wine)
Rated (2021 Guide) 5* Stars (Exceptional producers who represent the absolute pinnacle of quality in France and around the world)
About the wine:
Predominantly Merlot. Delicate tannins, lovely fruit finesse, supple, no harshness, but a fresh finish.
About the estate:
The estate belonged to the Charmolüe family for over a century (the family now resides in Provence, at Château Romanin). Purchased in 2005 by Martin and Olivier Bouygues, the estate has continued on its path to excellence. The new owners and their teams have taken care not to alter the style, but to refine viticulture and winemaking to adapt them to the ecological and cultural demands of our time. The second wine, Dame-de-Montrose, produced in significant quantities, has improved in consistency and expression of the terroir. The latest vintages, among the finest in the Médoc, are more than a match for the First Growths.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2014 guide) 86/100 (Good wine)
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
One of the best second wines from this appellation, the 2011 La Dame de Montrose offers enticing notes of black cherry and blackcurrant, supple tannins, medium body, and a silky texture. Although it lacks concentration, it more than makes up for it with its undeniable charm and appeal. Best enjoyed within the next 7 to 8 years.
About the estate:
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2021 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
Entrepreneurs Martin and Olivier Bouygues have owned this renowned classified growth since 2006. They have masterfully cultivated one of the Médoc’s finest terroirs, which has repeatedly distinguished itself in the past by producing wines that can match—or even surpass—the quality of the first growths. In hot, dry years, such as 2003, 2009, 2010, or even 2011, Montrose offers exceptional distinction. Hervé Berland, who now manages the estate, is taking it to a level of definition and precision never before seen here. It is approaching a third star.
Customer rating
3.5/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. JUAN D. Posted on May 6, 2018
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Review by Mr. MATTHIEU D. Published on May 21, 2015
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