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Modest depth, quite open and citrus-fresh, this conveys a sense of joie-de-vivre even at this prenatal stage. Good \"bite\" on the finish. This should drink well for a decade, possibly more. 89-91 Neal Martin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne of the truly successful 2nd wines in the vintage, this is inky in colour and even visually you can see it has a gorgeous texture. Clear graphite, pencil lead and blueberry notes set the tone on the palate. 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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. \u003cstrong\u003eElegant and pure with no harshness, a big wine with a soft touch. 92\u003c\/strong\u003e Georgina Hindle, Decanter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2022 La Dame de Montrose represents 43% of production this year and comes from Terrace 3 glacial deposits (the Grand Vin is on Terrace 4 that has more clay). It has a clean and pure bouquet with wild strawberry, boysenberry and light marmalade notes percolating through with time. \u003cstrong\u003eThe palate is medium-bodied with quite a succulent entry, fine depth, slightly powdery texture. \u003c\/strong\u003eThere is much more grip on the finish compared to the 2021 last year.\u003cstrong\u003e Excellent.  91-93\u003c\/strong\u003e Neal Martin, Vinous.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWonderful freshness and brightness \u003c\/strong\u003eto 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. It has lots of length for being mostly merlot. 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With both the highest proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon recorded at Montrose and a rather low pH of 3.55, it will \u003cstrong\u003esurely number among the longest lived 2024 Bordeaux.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93-95\u003c\/strong\u003e William Kelley, Wine Advocate\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 Montrose has a little more Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend due to the yields in various parcels. \u003cstrong\u003eThe well-defined and very able nose demonstrates classicism, fine delineation and a little florality.\u003c\/strong\u003e The palate is medium-bodied with very finely chiselled tannins and a keen line of acidity. This symmetrical Saint-Estèphe is blessed with an elegant, sapid and reassuringly precise finish that the estate seems to have honed in the last few years. 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