Chateau La Croix Montlabert - Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2018 (750ml)

 

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Producer	Chateau La Croix Montlabert
Country	France
Region	Bordeaux
Varietal	Bordeaux Blend
Vintage	2018
Sku	210000002576
Size	750ml

Chateau La Croix Montlabert Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2018

Served @ DB's "Bastille Day" Tasting 

Michel Descazes Montlabert founded this picturesque château in the 1700's, when its original function was that of a hunting lodge. Château Montlabert, a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, lies on the "Route de Libourne" and is surrounded by illustrious neighbors: Châteaux Cheval Blanc, Clos des Jacobins and Figeac. The vineyards are planted to 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc on 13 hectares over sand with clay, gravel and limestone soils. The Castel family owns the estate, and since 2009 has invested significantly in elevating the status of the château to that of a world-class estate. In 2010, Hubert de Bouard of Château Angélus came on board as their consultant, and working with Ludovic and Maxime Hérault — the château's manager and cellar master — they have improved the precision in the vineyard and the meticulous attention to detail in the cellar. The results are outstanding.

Winemaker Notes: "La Croix Montlabert is the Chateau’s second wine: a little indulgence, bursting with intense, fruity flavours. This blend of merlot and cabernet franc is aged for 14 months in French oak barrels; its molten tannins give it a feeling of smooth freshness." 

Plenty of richness and verve. Fresh red berries and blueberries meet earthy, more savory nuances. Hints of chocolate and fresh cedar. The palate’s supple and even, really plush and neatly defined. Best from 2020.