Montrose 2021 750ml

Château Montrose, the Saint-Estèphe second growth on the gravel banks of the Gironde, made a standout wine in the cool, challenging 2021 vintage. Wine Advocate called it "a brilliant achievement," likening it to a purer, more precise modern take on the estate's 1996. Unusually, the blend leans more on Merlot than in recent years: 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot. Expect blackcurrant, pencil shavings, loamy earth and black truffle on a full-bodied, layered palate with lively acidity and beautifully refined tannins. Its classic, fresh profile will reward patience; drink from about 2030 through 2055.