Stéphane Montez du Monteillet - Le Blanc d'en face 2018
89/100
Robert Parker
Grown on a plot of rounded pebbles along the banks of the Rhône across from the estate, this lovely white wine offers delicate notes of spring flowers, apricots, and citrus, all wrapped in a rich, full-bodied texture. The wine is full-bodied yet crisp and well-structured, with a silky mouthfeel and a long finish. A delightful treat full of finesse!
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Eye
Pale gold with silvery highlights, beautiful luster
Nose
Expressive and floral, with notes of white flowers and ripe fresh fruit
Palate
A lovely freshness on the palate; the wine rounds out with great elegance while retaining a nice structure; the finish is lingering
Serve
At 10-12°C
Drink before
2024
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with goat cheese, as an appetizer, or with foie gras
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2020 guide): 3 stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)
About the estate:
In just a few vintages, Stéphane Montez has established himself as a leading winemaker in the northernmost part of the valley, within the Saint-Joseph, Condrieu, and Côte Rôtie appellations. Grapes harvested at peak ripeness—sometimes even a bit too ripe—produce wines with great power and intensity on the palate. Unfortunately, the estate did not present its wines at our tastings this year.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2023 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
The estate’s origins date back to the 16th century; the Montez family has been growing grapes there since 1741. Taking over from his father Antoine in 1999, Stéphane Montez represents the ninth generation of winemakers. Today, he manages a 40-hectare vineyard in the process of converting to organic farming (Cornas, Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, Saint-Joseph, and IGP), located on the heights of Chavanay at an altitude of 320 meters. A sure bet in the northern valley
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated 89/100 (2017 vintage) (Very good wine)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2023 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
Since 1997, Stéphane Montez has been cultivating a vineyard planted on beautiful hillsides located less than 2 kilometers from his winery. This rare estate produces 40% white wines. For reds, the estate owns a superb plot of old Syrah vines in Saint-Joseph, which produces a generous and delicious Cuvée du Papy. The Côte-Rôtie wines are becoming increasingly refined, thanks to aging techniques that have been perfected.
Vinous
Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended
Jeb Dunnuck
Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended
Customer rating
3.9/5
based on 15 reviews
Review by Mr. BENOIT J. Published on 11/21/2021
It's really, really, really good. It's exemplary.
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Review by Mr. JEAN CLAUDE S. Posted on 12/07/2024
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Review by Ms. CAROLE C. Posted on September 19, 2021
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Review by Mr. PATRICK C. Posted on April 23, 2021
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