05-03-201205-04-2012
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2593BBoston
May 3, 2012 05:00 PMCalender
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Chateau Montrose 2009

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$3,645$3,000
Auction: Fine Wines - 2593BLocation: BostonDate / Time: May 03, 2012 5:00PM

Description:

Chateau Montrose 2009
St. Estephe, 2eme Cru Classe
"A colossal effort, the 2009 Montrose represents a hypothetical blend of the monumental duo of 1989 and 1990 combined with the phenomenal 2003. With 13.7% alcohol (an all-time high at Montrose),it is a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot and the rest tiny quantities of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Some structure and minerality can be detected in the background, but the overall impression is one of massive blackberry, black currant and mulberry fruit intermixed with forest floor, damp earth, crushed rocks and a hint of spring flowers. Full-bodied with sweet but abundant tannin, Jean-Bernard Delmas believes this is the greatest wine he has made during his short tenure at Montrose since retiring from Haut-Brion. This wine will undoubtedly shut down for a decade, then unleash its power, glory and potential perfection." R. Parker, 100 pts. 02/12
12 bottles
Estimate $3,000-4,500

Keywords

Chateau Montrose, Jean-Bernard Delmas