2010 La Mondotte Premier Grand Cru Classe B, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 1x750ml

Robert Parker 96

Deep garnet in color, the 2010 La Mondotte has a lifted nose of prunes, baked black cherries and balsamic with touches of spice cake, hoisin and smoked meats. The concentrated, full-bodied palate has compelling freshness, sporting a firm, grainy texture and loads of earthy/savory layers, finishing with epic length. [Lisa Perrotti-Brown, 18/02/2020]

Anticipated maturity: 2020-2043

Vinous 93-96

(80% merlot and 20% cabernet franc; 3.45 pH; 100% new oak; 20 hectoliters per hectare; 14.7% alcohol) Good, deep ruby-red. Vibrant aromas of raspberry, strawberry, menthol and sage. The palate delivers great sweetness and richness, but with a compelling, penetrating quality to its precise, pristine red fruit and floral flavors. The seamless finish features great length and a lovely floral topnote. [Ian D’Agata, 05/01/2011]