The grapes were picked at night to reduce colour and are chilled in the press for 8 hours to preserve delicate varietal characters
red fruits carry through with further notes of subtle dried herbs
The first impression on the palate is always very silky
The fruit was handpicked on 21 March from Block 3
'Caberrubia' is the name of a local bird which has returned to these vineyards since they were converted to organics
Château Montrose, 2ème G.C.C, 1855 St. Estephe 1999 Size::1 Bottle The grapes were picked at"Allocation only, email wine@worldwine. com. au to secure allocation" Dense purple colour. The nose is complex and still shut, delivering notes of tobacco, cigar, black fruit. Long and full on the palate, with aromas of brown tobacco, dark chocolate, and blackcurrant. Beautiful wine, classic, elegant, and complex. The tannins are silky, elegant, melted, with a velvety texture. Beautiful finish.