Chateau Montrose 1971

Chateau Montrose 1971A vintage that has had a mixed reception over the years. It was certainly a better vintage on the right bank, but there were some good wines made in the Medoc, of which Montrose was one. Typical blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc. 75cl bottle. Abv not stated. Bottle condition, capsule good, label good, wine level top shoulder.

The estate has a reputation for consistently producing good wines even in the lesser vintages

the domaine has vineyard holdings across the Cote De Beaune including this premier cru which falls under the Volnay appellation

3% Muscadelle

capsule torn and corroded

A lovely example of wine from the Vinsobres a Cotes Du Rhone cru

when development started in 1995

The second wine of Chateau Latour

The Port becomes more complex over time

Tiny production and a renowned capacity for long life makes this a rare wine almost as soon as it is released

The estate was ranked a fourth growth in the 1855 classification

Typical blend predominantly Syrah with a little Viognier

Monte Bello remains the flagship wine