Peter Maude Fine Wines
2025, Château Montlandrie, CASTILLON CÔTES DE BORDEAUX
$40.25 inc. GST
6o% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon.
The Côtes de Castillon vineyard was very much a "labour of love" of famous Pomerol winemaker Denis Durantou of Eglise Clinet.
The 2025 Montlandrie is exceptional. A wine of dimension and energy, Montlandrie screams with energy. Blue/black cherry fruit, lavender, spice and grilled herbs possess notable density and sheer power. There's crazy depth and overall complexity here. I would love to taste this blind in a lineup of wines from more "prestigious" appellations. 2030 - 2045
93-95 Antonio Galloni, Vinous.
A well-structured, driven red with plenty of focus. Medium to full-bodied with fine, firm tannins. Well framed and compact in the finish. Salty and white pepper character.
93-94 James Suckling.
Pumice stone, grilled bright fruits, so much character, a deliciously slow crawl across the palate, and so juicy at the same time, blood orange, pomegranate, moreish. 60% new oak. Harvest September 9 to 20 on this high limestone plateau, love the energy that this wine gives you. Noémie Durantou winemaker.
94 Jane Anson.