Chateau Montrose La Dame De Montrose 2019: A Bordeaux Gem with Exceptional Aging Potential

Origin & Blend:
Hailing from the prestigious Saint-Estephe appellation in Bordeaux, France, the 2019 La Dame De Montrose is a masterful blend of 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, and 4% Petit Verdot. This second wine of Chateau Montrose showcases the estate’s signature elegance and structure, crafted with meticulous attention to detail.

Tasting Notes & Critical Acclaim:
Critics rave about its juicy black fruit flavors, savory Cabernet character, and Médoc-like complexity. Decanter awards it 94 points, praising its purity, balance, and aging potential, while James Suckling highlights its creamy texture and milk chocolate, walnut, and currant notes (93 points). Wine Spectator notes its solid core of plum and blackberry, framed by smoldering tobacco and dark earth (92 points). Jeb Dunnuck calls it “everything a second wine should be”, with ripe dark cherries, leafy herbs, and a silky finish (91 points).

Aging & Drinking Window:
With 30% new oak aging, this wine is built to evolve beautifully over 10-12 years. Enjoy its vibrant energy now or cellar it for future enjoyment—best after 2024 (James Suckling) or 2023 (Wine Spectator).

Why Choose This Wine?
– Exceptional Value: A second wine that delivers Chateau Montrose’s quality at a more accessible price.
– Food-Friendly: Pairs perfectly with grilled meats, hearty stews, and aged cheeses.
– Collector’s Pick: Ideal for those seeking a Bordeaux red wine with aging potential and critical praise.

Alcohol: 14.5%
Price and availability may vary. Vintage may differ from images shown.

Discover why this Saint-Estephe red wine is a standout choice for enthusiasts and collectors alike!