Named Wine of the Year by Wine Advocate's Neal Martin, the 2014 Montrose is one of the greatest wines ever produced at this storied Second Growth estate. Striking aromatics of blackberry, boysenberry, and blueberry accented by violet and vanilla lead to a palate of fine, mineral-rich tannins with incredible energy and delineation sustained through a long finish — a monumental wine built to reward patience over 20+ years
97 Points
"The 2014 Montrose is one of the most intriguing wines of the vintage. An elegant, beautifully layered wine, the 2014 Montrose comes across as incredibly silky and polished. The typical Montrose power, richness and breath take a backseat to a total sense of refinement, as the 2014 is a remarkably nuanced and noble wine. Beams of acidity and minerality give the finish its salivating energy and brightness. Given that Montrose is slow to develop, my sense is that the 2014 is not ready to show all of its cards just yet. Today, it's all about potential, and there is plenty of that here. Sweet red cherry plum, dried flowers and spices are some of the notes that are laced into the exquisite, alluring finish. The blend is 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot that represents 47% of the total production. "
—Antonio Galloni-Vinous Media
97 Points
"Noticeably younger than many in its tannic structure and fruit concentration, this has a ton of lift and a ton of slate-filled tannic grip. A stately St Estèphe, entirely in keeping with the character of this wine, lovers of classical, balanced, concentrated Montrose will want to get hold of this - and it is just about ready to begin drinking, although zero risk of it tipping too far into tertiary over the next decade. It has delivered every time I've tasted it, and really shows itself well in a lineup against other 2014s. Tasted Feb. 2024"
Named Wine of the Year by Wine Advocate's Neal Martin, the 2014 Montrose is one of the greatest wines ever produced at this storied Second Growth estate. Striking aromatics of blackberry, boysenberry, and blueberry accented by violet and vanilla lead to a palate of fine, mineral-rich tannins with incredible energy and delineation sustained through a long finish — a monumental wine built to reward patience over 20+ years
97 Points
"The 2014 Montrose is one of the most intriguing wines of the vintage. An elegant, beautifully layered wine, the 2014 Montrose comes across as incredibly silky and polished. The typical Montrose power, richness and breath take a backseat to a total sense of refinement, as the 2014 is a remarkably nuanced and noble wine. Beams of acidity and minerality give the finish its salivating energy and brightness. Given that Montrose is slow to develop, my sense is that the 2014 is not ready to show all of its cards just yet. Today, it's all about potential, and there is plenty of that here. Sweet red cherry plum, dried flowers and spices are some of the notes that are laced into the exquisite, alluring finish. The blend is 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot that represents 47% of the total production. "
—Antonio Galloni-Vinous Media
97 Points
"Noticeably younger than many in its tannic structure and fruit concentration, this has a ton of lift and a ton of slate-filled tannic grip. A stately St Estèphe, entirely in keeping with the character of this wine, lovers of classical, balanced, concentrated Montrose will want to get hold of this - and it is just about ready to begin drinking, although zero risk of it tipping too far into tertiary over the next decade. It has delivered every time I've tasted it, and really shows itself well in a lineup against other 2014s. Tasted Feb. 2024"