2012 La Dame de Montrose 2021 Ex-Chateau Release

Bordeaux Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

WE 92 DC 90 JS 90
WE 92

Wine Enthusiast, May 2015

This second wine of Château Montrose is ripe and structured. In 2012, it formed 29% of total production at Montrose. It opens with severe tannins that transform into ripe blackberry as the wine opens out. Solidly...
DC 90

Decanter, April 2015

A textbook example of how a second wine should be – a more accessible, joyful echo of the first wine. I loved this at en primeur and still love it now, in contrast to many second wines in this sometimes challenging...
JS 90

jamessuckling.com, February 2015

A solid second wine from Montrose. Full-bodied, layered and structured with good, firm tannins and attractive spice, berry and coffee character. Give this muscular red time to soften. Better in 2017.

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region St Estephe
Vintage 2012
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 13%
Closure Cork

The 2012 La Dame de Montrose 2021 Ex-Chateau Release is a Bordeaux Blend from the St Estephe region of Bordeaux, France. With its deep, rich red color and elegant label, this wine is a true representation of the classic Bordeaux style.

On the nose, this wine offers a captivating bouquet of smoky, charred cherries, layered with hints of spice and heady perfume. It is a wine that exudes finesse and sophistication, with every sip revealing new layers of complexity.

The palate is greeted with a silky smooth texture and a harmonious balance of flavors. The structure of this wine is solid, with firm tannins that will soften over time. The blend of 76% Merlot and 24% Cabernet Sauvignon creates a wine that showcases the best of both varietals, resulting in a wine that is both approachable and age-worthy.

The reviews for this wine are overwhelmingly positive, with critics praising its accessibility and value. Decanter awarded it a score of 90, describing it as a "textbook example of how a second wine should be." James Suckling also gave it a score of 90, noting its full-bodied nature and attractive spice and berry character. Wine Enthusiast awarded it an impressive score of 92, commending its ripe and structured profile.

Overall, the 2012 La Dame de Montrose 2021 Ex-Chateau Release is a wine that captures the essence of Bordeaux. It is a wine that can be enjoyed now or cellared for further development. Whichever way you choose to experience it, this wine is sure to impress with its elegance, finesse, and exceptional quality.