Parker about Montebello 1991
Saturated ruby-black in hue, the 1991 Monte Bello is still a young wine, only entering its youthful plateau of maturity. Offering up a decadently jammy bouquet of ripe blackberries, crème de cassis, acacia flowers and creamy American oak, the wine is expansive and full-bodied on the palate, simultaneously open-knit but densely concentrated, with a decidedly voluptuous, textural profile. Supple and comparatively low in acidity and tannin (a perception Baugher tells me is confirmed by chemical analysis), this is a Monte Bello characterized more by exuberant generosity and drama than complexity. Interestingly, the 1991 is also more obviously marked by its time in new American oak than either the 1990 or 1992. The product of a warm September and October, the 1991 is a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot that attained 13.1% natural alcohol.
Suckling over Montebello 1991
Mind blowing. So amazing with delicate spices of cardigan, currants, sweet tobacco. Full body, with very velvety tannins. Ripe and complex fruit character. Velvety tannins. So long, but then goes to dried flowers. 1982 Latour styled this. A triumph for California.
Description
| Land | United States of America |
| Region | California |
| Rebsorten | Cabernet Sauvignon 85%, Merlot 10%, Petit Verdot 5% |
| Alkoholgehalt | 13.50% |
| Füllstand | Upper Mid-Shoulder |
| Verschlußart | cork stopper |
| Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
| Farbe | Red |
| Inverkehrbringer | Ridge Vineyards, 17100 Montebello Rd, Cupertino, CA 95014 |
| Charakter | Dry |
| Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
| Trinkempfehlung | 2011 - 2042 |
| Parker Punkte | 96 |
| Jahrgang | 1991 |
California, United States of America
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Montebello 1991
The 1991 Montebello is another notable wine from the renowned Montebello range from Ridge Vineyards in the Santa Cruz Mountains region of California, USA. The 1991 vintage is considered a solid, if perhaps somewhat underrated, vintage that nevertheless demonstrates great quality.
This wine often displays a deep red color and has a complex bouquet that encompasses a variety of aromas, including dark fruits such as black cherries, berries and plums, accompanied by nuances of tobacco, leather, spices and a subtle oak note.
On the palate, the 1991 Montebello typically presents itself with an elegant structure, balanced tannins, and appropriate acidity. While it may not have the same legendary reputation as some other vintages, it still offers remarkable drinking pleasure and can demonstrate a beautiful balance between power and finesse.
This wine has gained complexity with aging potential over the years and remains a rewarding experience for wine lovers today. While it may not receive as much attention as some other vintages, the 1991 Montebello is still appreciated by connoisseurs and is a fine addition for lovers of high-quality California wines.
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Ridge Estate is a renowned winery known for its high-quality wines and stunning location. It is located in the Santa Cruz Mountains of California, USA. The winery was founded in the 1960s and has since established an excellent reputation for winemaking.
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