2021 La Dame de Montrose Château Montrose Saint-Estèphe 0.75l

2021 La Dame de Montrose Château Montrose – Saint-Estèphe

Single Vineyard

Origin

La Dame de Montrose is the second wine of Château Montrose, one of the most classic Deuxièmes Crus of the Médoc. The vineyards are located directly on the Gironde and benefit from a balancing microclimate. The wine combines terroir, structure, and elegance in a more approachable interpretation of the Grand Vin.

Aging

Selective hand-picking and parcel-by-parcel vinification, followed by 18 months of aging in oak barrels with a reduced proportion of new wood. The aim is finesse and balance with a clear sense of origin.

Aroma and Taste

On the nose, cherry, blackcurrant, and blackberry, complemented by violet, tobacco, and graphite. On the palate, classic, taut, and precise, with fine tannins and a cool structure. With air, it shows increasing depth and elegance, the finish is long, mineral, and balanced.

Food Pairings

Ideal with lamb, beef, veal, or aged cheese. Also a stylish accompaniment for upscale menus.

Vintage Characteristics in the Region

The 2021 vintage was cool and challenging, but thanks to a late ripening phase, it produced elegant, classic Bordeaux wines.

Conclusion

A classic Saint-Estèphe with modern accessibility. La Dame de Montrose 2021 combines structure, elegance, and drinking pleasure and offers an ideal introduction to the world of Château Montrose.