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FALSTAFF: "Tiefdunkles Rubingranat, violette Reflexe, zarte Randaufhellung. Zart floral unterlegte schwarze Waldbeerfrucht, reife Zwetschken, ein Hauch von Edelholz, Nelken und kandierte Orangenzesten. Stoffig, elegant, reife Kirschen, feine, integrierte Tannine, mineralisch-salzig im Abgang, sehr harmonisch und gut anhaftend, toller Speisenbegleiter, gutes Reifepotenzial."
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JAMES SUCKLING: "Wonderful freshness and brightness to this with currants and red berries, as well as chocolate and hints of coffee. Full and layered with round tannins and a fresh and vivid finish. Lemon rind underneath it all. It has lots of length for being mostly merlot. 71% merlot, 23% cabernet sauvignon, 5% petit verdot, and 1% cabernet franc. From organically grown grapes."
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WEINWISSER: "71 % Merlot, 23 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 5 % Petit Verdot, 1 % Cabernet Franc, 30 hl/ha. Delikates rotbeeriges Bouquet, schwarzer Pfeffer, schwarze Johannisbeere, Graphit, Olivenpaste und Brasiltabak. Am kompakten Gaumen mit fleischigem Extrakt, stützender Rasse und muskulösem Körper. Im gebündelten, straff ausgerichteten Finale Wildkirsche, Wacholder, dunkles Graphit und feinmehlige Adstringenz. Gehört für mich zu den besten Zweitweinen dieses Jahr und damit auf jede Einkaufsliste. 2029 – 2045."
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JEB DUNNUCK: "The second wine of Château Montrose, the 2022 La Dame De Montrose, tastes like a Grand Vin. More Merlot-dominated (71% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon, and the rest Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc), the terrific purity in its cassis and blue fruits give way to complex floral, forest floor, and violet aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied, balanced, and elegant, I'd be happy to drink a bottle any time over the coming 15 years."
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THE WINE CELLAR INSIDER: "Dark black fruits, flowers, cocoa, and wet earth open the nose. On the palate is where you find this is at its best, with its layers of supple, creamy, fresh, elegant, dark red fruits, and chocolate. There is softness paired with richness, and a depth of flavor that lingers, with an energetic touch of orange rind in the endnote. You can enjoy this on release for all its up-front fruit, or age it for more complexity. The wine blends 71% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot and 1% Cabernet Franc. 14.5% ABV. Drink from 2025-2042."
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THE WINE ADVOCATE: "A second wine that would embarrass numerous classified growths, the 2022 La Dame de Montrose unfurls in the glass with aromas of blackberries, violets, rose petals, charcoal and loamy soil, followed by a medium to full-bodied, layered and fleshy palate of striking concentration, energy and dimension. Seamless and complete, it's a blend of 71% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon and the balance Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc."
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DECANTER: "High toned and chewy at the same time, the bright, super fresh and delineated fruit has bite to it, crystalline edges but the tannins have a sense of fleshy texture giving bounce. The tannins subside pretty quickly leaving a clean, clear and fresh expression with plum, black cherry and flinty, herbal and spiced touches. Has a sense of fun, I like the Merlot aspects with appealing weight and terroir nuances. Elegant and pure with no harshness, a big wine with a soft touch. 1% Cabernet Franc completes the blend. Harvest 2-22 September. 3.8pH. 78 IPT. A yield of 31hl/ha."
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LISA PERROTTI-BROWN: "The 2022 La Dame de Montrose is a blend of 71% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot, and 1% Cabernet Franc, and represents about 40% of the crop this year. Deep garnet-purple in color, it storms out with powerful scents of baked plums, tar, and licorice, followed by suggestions of roses and espresso. The full-bodied palate is rich and opulent, delivering velvety tannins and a lively line, finishing long and savory."
