Chateau Montrose 1996

Classification	Dèuxieme Cru Classé
Type	Red
Producer	Chateau Montrose
Vintage	1996
Country	France
Main region	Bordeaux
Region	Saint-Estephe
Grape	Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Bordeaux Blend
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	-2050
Stock	1
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	-2050
Stock	0
Volume	1,5
Condition	From Original Wooden Case
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	-2025
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (91)

The 1996 Montrose reveals outstanding potential. It boasts a saturated dark ruby/purple color, and aromas of new oak, jammy black currants, smoke, minerals, and new saddle leather. This multi-layered wine is rich and medium to full-bodied, with sweet tannin, a nicely-textured, concentrated mid-palate, and an impressively long finish.

Winespectator (95)

A classic St.-Estèphe with all the exotic character you expect from this appellation, along with a harmony, finesse and subtlety not seen in many '96s. Absolutely wonderful aromas of blackberries, anise seed, minerals and spices. Full-bodied, with layers of well-integrated, polished tannins and an intense spicy, fruity aftertaste. One of the best of the modern-day wines from Montrose.

Rene Gabriel (19)

Rene Gabriel rates this wine 19/20 points.

BOW (8.75)