Parker about Chateau Montrose 1990
The final blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot and 4% Cabernet Franc was harvested between September 14 and October 3. The spring was cold, yet summer was extremely hot and dry – one of the hottest vintages since 1949. The fact that virtually no rain fell in September served as a catalyst to get all the grapes ripe and in cellars. Some bottles of this wine have a definite brett population that gives off the notes of sweaty horses, but this one did not. The ones I have had from my cellar - where I have had it frequently - are quite pure and clean. I suspect that the brett population is in all of them, but unless the wine hits some heat along the transportation route or in storage, the wine will not show any brett. This one tasted at the chateau, as well as those I've had from my cellar, have been pristine and not showing the sweaty horse notes that can be in evidence in brett populations that have flourished in the bottle because of external temperatures. This wine has an incredibly complex nose of spring flowers, blackberry and cassis liqueur, scorched earth and barbecue spice. It is full-bodied, majestic and opulent, with low acidity and fabulous fruit. It is close to full maturity. The wine should continue to drink well for at least another 30 or more years, but it is showing secondary nuances in the perfume. The wine is absolutely magnificent, broad, savory and mouth-filling. This is one of the all-time modern legends from Bordeaux as well as Chateau Montrose.
Description
Land | France |
Region | Bordeaux Saint Estephe |
Rebsorten | Cabernet Sauvignon 64%, Merlot 32%, Cabernet Franc 4% |
Alkoholgehalt | 13.00% |
Füllstand | Into Neck |
Verschlußart | cork stopper |
Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
Farbe | Red |
Inverkehrbringer | Château Montrose, 3 Avenue des Vignolles, 33180 Saint-Estephe, France |
Charakter | Dry |
Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
Trinkempfehlung | 2016 - 2050 |
Parker Punkte | 100 |
Jahrgang | 1990 |
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Chateau Montrose 1990

Château Montrose 1990 is an outstanding Bordeaux wine from the Saint-Estèphe region of the Médoc. It is considered one of the château's most legendary vintages and is highly acclaimed by critics and connoisseurs alike.
The Château Montrose 1990 is a deep, impenetrable purple with a hint of brick red at the rim. The bouquet is extremely complex and offers a tantalizing array of aromas. Intense black fruits such as cassis, blackberries, and black cherries dominate, accompanied by notes of tobacco, cedarwood, truffle, and spices. With increasing maturity, the wine develops further nuances of leather, undergrowth, and mineral notes.
On the palate, the Château Montrose 1990 presents itself with impressive structure and depth. The tannins are ripe and well-integrated, giving the wine a pleasant velvety texture. The fruit is concentrated and complex, accompanied by remarkable freshness and lively acidity. The finish offers exceptional length, leaving a lingering impression of dark fruits and delicate spices.
The 1990 Château Montrose is a wine of exceptional quality and elegance. It is already accessible, but also ages well for many years, and will continue to develop and gain complexity over time. This vintage demonstrates the characteristic strength and finesse of Château Montrose and is a true delight for wine lovers.