2008 Château Montrose

2008 Château Montrose – France, Bordeaux, Médoc, St. Estèphe (1/14/2011)
Elegant, subdued fruity aromas of strawberries and blackberries on the nose, intermingled with spicy minerals and hints of tobacco, vanilla and leather. Surprisingly balanced and accessible on the palate: fresh red and black fruits, slightly sweet tannins, refreshing cherry-like acidity, lead pencil, leather, liquorice… fresh and pure, refined, but stuffed with material, this is a classic Bordeaux drinkers wine. Excellent. (95 points)