94 James Suckling
Deep aromas of blueberries, spices, fresh chanterelles, and grapes ,follow through to a full body, with velvety tannins and a spicy finish. Intense and structured. Second wine of Montrose. Try after 2018
93 Robert Parker
The second wine, the 2009 La Dame de Montrose, is an amazing blend of 82% Merlot and 18% Cabernet Sauvignon. Voluptuously textured, super juicy, and sexy with intense blue and black fruits, decent acids, and silky tannin, this 2009 is already irresistible, and should keep for 10-15+ years. (Tasted once.)
17 Rene Gabriel
Sattes Purpur-Granat, dicht in der Mitte, lila Schimmer aussen. Warmes Bouquet, Korinthen, Mocca und Lakritze, schwarze Olivenpaste. Mürbe Tannine, sandig-mehliger Fluss, wirkt leider etwas austrocknend. Viel Materie aber wie schon erwähnt eine massive Trockenheit aufweisend. Wird er das mit dem Ausbau noch ausgleichen können? beginnen (2014 - 2028)
91 Wine Spectator
Aromas of berries, currant and citrus fruit follow through to a full body, with firm and chewy tannins and a medium finish. A little hollow in the midpalate. Second wine of Montrose. Score range: 88-91 ?JS
Deep aromas of blueberries, spices, fresh chanterelles, and grapes ,follow through to a full body, with velvety tannins and a spicy finish. Intense and structured. Second wine of Montrose. Try after 2018