$1,230
Chateau Montrose 1986 St. Estephe, 2eme Cru Classe u: ten bottom neck or better, two very top shoulder, lightly bin soiled labels "This wine has turned out to be better than I originally thought. Made during a period when Montrose was flirting with a lighter style, the 1986 is one of the beefier efforts from that short-lived, stylistic detour. The wine reveals a dense ruby/purple color with only a hint of lightening at the edge. Fleshy, muscular, and powerful, with aromas of red and black fruits, earth, and spice, this medium to full-bodied, still tannic, brawny Montrose is not yet close to full maturity. It possesses a layered, chewy character, along with plenty of unresolved tannin in the finish. Anticipated maturity: 2000-2025." R. Parker for TWA, 91 pts. 01/98 12 bottles (owc)
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2014-10-28
