2020 La Dame de Montrose Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

DC 93 JL 93 TWI 93 JA 92 JD 92 WS 92 VN 91
DC 93

Decanter, January 2023

Soft purple flowers on the nose, quite perfumed and seductive tones with ripe black fruit, peonies, blueberries and plums. Rich and supple, round with mouthwatering acidity - clean and crisp, steely and mineral with a...
JL 93

TheWineCellarInsider.com, March 2023

Earthy, blackberries, herbs, licorice and roses are found in the nose. On the palate, the wine is packed with layers of dark red and black fruits, round, creamy tannins and a touch of roasted, leafy herbs in the...
TWI 93

The Wine Independent, September 2023

The 2020 La Dame de Montrose is deep garnet-purple in color. Notes of black cherries, mulberries, and juicy plums jump from the glass, followed by suggestions of cracked black pepper, mossy tree bark, and crushed rocks...
JA 92

janeanson.com, November 2022

Firm, almost fierce tannins, packed with dark chocolate, pencil lead, graphite, blueberry and cassis fruit. Less generous than usual at this early stage, with muscle and a classically reserved character, bitter almond and...
JD 92

jebdunnuck.com, March 2023

The second wine of Château Montrose, the 2020 La Dame De Montrose is terrific, with a sunny, forward, medium-bodied style as well as lots of ripe red and black fruits, notes of sweet tobacco, sandalwood, and spice, supple...
WS 92

Wine Spectator, January 2023

A very fresh and driven style, with a racy core of damson plum, red cherry and dried lilac laced with hints of black tea and iron, which nicely extend the finish. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Cabernet...
VN 91

Vinous, November 2024

The 2020 Dame de Montrose does not quite have the horsepower of its peers on the nose—quite floral and Margaux-like—though it is nicely defined. The palate is medium-bodied with a ripe, sweet entry. Marmalade- and...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region St Estephe
Vintage 2020
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 13.5%
Closure Cork

The 2020 La Dame de Montrose, a Bordeaux Blend from the esteemed region of St Estephe, has garnered praise from several well-regarded reviewers, consistently earning scores in the low 90s. This red wine, produced by La Dame de Montrose, features a blend of 49% Merlot, 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petit Verdot, and a touch of Cabernet Franc, with an alcohol content of 13.5%.

Decanter awarded this wine a score of 93, noting its "soft purple flowers on the nose" and "plush and potent" palate. The review highlights its "mouthwatering acidity" and "mineral" characteristics, suggesting a wine with depth and complexity.

Wine Spectator, also scoring it 92, describes a "very fresh and driven style" with flavors of "damson plum, red cherry and dried lilac." The review emphasizes the wine's structure, recommending it be enjoyed between 2024 and 2034.

Jane Anson and Jeff Leve also provided high marks, both scoring it 92 and 93 respectively. Anson points to "firm, almost fierce tannins" with a "classically reserved character," advising patience for the wine to soften over time. Meanwhile, Leve finds it "perfect to enjoy while waiting for the Grand Vin to develop," lauding its "creamy tannins" and layers of "dark red and black fruits."

Jeb Dunnuck praises its "sunny, forward, medium-bodied style," with "notes of sweet tobacco, sandalwood, and spice." While Vinous, scoring it 91, mentions its "ripe, sweet entry" and nicely defined palate.

Overall, the 2020 La Dame de Montrose is a wine of notable balance and elegance. Its blend of ripe fruits, mineral underpinnings, and structured tannins make it a compelling choice for current enjoyment or further aging.