2010 Chateau Montrose 2eme Cru Classe, Saint-Estephe 1x750ml

Vinous 99

The 2010 Montrose is one of the highlights of the Icons of Bordeaux dinner. It has a show-stopper nose with powerful, intense, mineral-rich black fruit, becoming quite floral with aeration. Potpourri hints complement tobacco notes. The palate is fresh, vibrant and weighty, yet paradoxically, it has wonderful finesse. There is a symmetry about this Montrose, coupled with a tremendous length that leaves you wanting more. Brilliant. Tasted from an ex-chateau bottle at the Icons of Bordeaux dinner at Legacy Records in New York. [Neal Martin, 22/05/2024]

Anticipated maturity: 2028-2065

Robert Parker 99

Deep garnet colored, the 2010 Montrose opens with classic notions of warm blackcurrants, plum preserves, cedar chest and pencil shavings plus touches of menthol and underbrush. Full-bodied, concentrated and built like a brick house in the mouth, the densely packed, muscular black fruit is superbly supported by firm, ripe, grainy tannins, finishing with great length and depth. [Lisa Perrotti-Brown, 21/02/2020]

Anticipated maturity: 2024-2060