Chateau Montrose 2008, Saint Estephe, France 0.75L Roast with mouthwatering mesquite and licorice

with mouthwatering mesquite and licorice snap notes that really stretch it out

which is fashioned from a single vineyard in McLaren Vale

velvety tannin

Appearance: Deep golden yellow

The Antinori Solaia 2004 is likely to have a rich and complex flavor profile

Chateau Montrose 2008, Saint Estephe, France 0.75L Roast with mouthwatering mesquite and licoriceTasted at the chteau, the 2008 Montrose is a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot picked between 29 September and 15 October. It has a far superior bouquet compared to the underperforming 2006 with black fruit, minerals, fern and briary. It is very composed, almost understated, yet clearly with great potential. The palate is medium bodied with grippy tannin, a fine line of acidity, powerful for the finish