- Unit price
- 166,67 €per l
D6-132-132-99
1999
14.00%
0.75L
Merlot 60%, Cabernet Franc 30%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10%
Bordeaux Saint Emilion , France
Parker about Château Monbousquet 1999
The dense ruby/purple-colored 1999 Monbousquet exhibits a port-like bouquet of super-ripe black cherry and black currant fruit intermixed with scents of coffee, tobacco, and vanilla. Tipping the scales at a whopping 14% alcohol (extremely high for Bordeaux), this wine, which spends 18 months in 100% new oak and is bottled unfined and unfiltered, is a blend of 60% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc, and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. It was cropped at an amazingly low 30 hectoliters per hectare. It possesses an amazing texture, a mid-palate that you could get lost in, and a sensational 40-45 second finish. The exotic aromas, incredible texture, and abundant fruit are reminiscent of Pomerol's renowned micro-cuvee, Le Pin. The 1999 is even better from bottle than it was from cask. It is a remarkable effort for the vintage
Description
| Land | France |
| Region | Bordeaux Saint Emilion |
| Rebsorten | Merlot 60%, Cabernet Franc 30%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10% |
| Alkoholgehalt | 14.00% |
| Füllstand | Into Neck |
| Verschlußart | cork stopper |
| Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
| Farbe | Red |
| Inverkehrbringer | Château Monbousquet, 42 Av. de Saint-Emilion, 33330 Saint-Sulpice-de-Faleyrens, France |
| Charakter | Dry |
| Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
| Trinkempfehlung | 2006 - 2036 |
| Parker Punkte | 94 |
| Jahrgang | 1999 |
Bordeaux Saint Emilion, France 🇫🇷
Château Monbousquet 1999
The 1999 Château Monbousquet is a fascinating Bordeaux wine from the Saint-Émilion appellation, known for its opulent fruit and rich texture. 1999 was a rather classic vintage, producing elegant and well-balanced wines, and this Monbousquet demonstrates precisely these characteristics.
The wine's color is a deep ruby red, already showing the first signs of gentle aging. The bouquet is lush and complex, with seductive aromas of ripe black cherries, plums, and currants, accompanied by notes of spice, vanilla, and cedarwood. Aging also develops secondary aromas such as leather, tobacco, and a hint of earth, lending the wine additional depth.
On the palate, the 1999 Château Monbousquet is full-bodied and velvety, with a soft, almost luxurious texture. The tannins are ripe and well-integrated, giving the wine a pleasant structure without being overpowering. The fruit flavors are rich and concentrated, supported by a subtle yet lively acidity that lends the wine freshness and balance. In the background, notes of chocolate, spice, and a light smoky note unfold, rounding out the tasting experience.
The finish is long and harmonious, with a lingering aftertaste of dark fruits and spicy wood notes. The 1999 Château Monbousquet is now at its peak, but still offers potential for further years of aging.
This wine is an excellent accompaniment to braised meats, game dishes or aged cheeses and offers a sensual and rich drinking experience typical of the wines of Saint-Émilion.