2009 Chateau Montrose 2. Cru

France / Bordeaux / Medoc / Haut-Medoc / Saint-Estephe 2. Cru Rouge
 
2009 Château Montrose 2nd Grand Cru Classé: Deep and dense, dark colour with dark ruby tints. The nose is complex with morello, core of cherry, and blackberry. It delivers notes of citron and spices (saffron). Aromas of redcurrant, cassis, morello, cocoa, and liquorice develop on the palate. Supple and long-lasting finish on neat, coated and very precise tannins. Complex, balanced and harmonious wine. The tasting reveals very homogeneous, soft, and silky. Incredibly long finish. 
 
Blend:
65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot.
 
Ratings vintage 2009:
Robert Parker Wine Advocate: 100/100.
James Suckling: 100/100.
The Wine Cellar Insider/Jeff Leve: 100/100.
Gilbert & Gaillard: 98/100.
Vinous/Antonio Galloni: 97/100.
Stephen Tanzer: 97/100.
Tim Atkin: 97/100.
Wine Spectator: 97/100.
CellarTracker: 96/100.
Jeannie Cho Lee: 96/100.
Falstaff Magazin: 96/100.
Wine Enthusiast: 96/100.
Jean-Marc Quarin: 96/100.
La Revue du Vin de France: 19.5/20.
Bettane & Desseauve: 18/20.
Vinum Wine Magazine: 18/20.
Decanter: 17.8/20.
Le Guide Hachette des Vins: 2 stars.