Montrose is on top form. Hervé Berland, formerly of Mouton Rothschild, is now in charge and large amounts of money have been spent on stunning new facilities. 47% of production is in the Grand Vin this year. 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot, 60% new oak.

Deep ruby colour with a purple tinge at the rim.  Rich and opulent black fruits on the nose. Spicy, with a slight anise note layered with vanilla and smoky cedar. The palate is intense with mouthcoating tannins that are ripe and quite soft for Montrose. The fruit concentration leaves a plush, opulent impression on the finish. Spicy with camphor, mint and blackcurrant. A very Cabernet style as you would expect from this impressive Montrose.

Aging Potential:

2021 - 2036

Decanting time:

1.5 hours

International critic ratings:

97/100 James Suckling

97/100 Jane Anson

97/100 Decanter Magazine

97/100 Lisa Perotti Brown

95/100 Wine Spectator