The Montlandrie 2011 from Castillon-Côtes de Bordeaux, France, is a shining example of the exceptional quality of wines produced in this region. This vintage, crafted by the renowned Château Montlandrie, boasts a deep ruby hue, hinting at its rich and complex character.
On the nose, aromas of ripe blackberries, dark cherries, and currants intermingle with notes of cedar, tobacco, and a subtle hint of vanilla. On the palate, the wine reveals a harmonious balance of tannins and acidity, with a velvety texture and a long, lingering finish. The flavours of dark fruits are complemented by hints of spice and earthy undertones, making this wine a true delight to savour.
Overall, the Montlandrie 2011 is a testament to the expertise and dedication of its producers, showcasing the unique terroir of Castillon-Côtes de Bordeaux in every sip. This wine is a must-try for any connoisseur, and will only continue to improve with age.
Critic Reviews
91 POINTS
Neal Martin - Robert Parker Wine Advocate
The Montlandrie is a blend of 75% Merlot picked from 20th until 23rd September and 25% Cabernet Franc picked between 24th and 26th September aged in 50% new oak. It has a very lifted bouquet with mulberry fruit, a touch of oyster shell and orange blossom. It unfurls nicely over five minutes, for this is certainly a sample that needs time. The palate is medium-bodied with fine grip on the entry. It is a bold Cotes de Castillon wine, quite sinewy with firm grip, but it keeps it freshness from start to finish. Very fine. Tasted April 2012
90 POINTS
Wine Spectator
The succulent fleshy plum and boysenberry fruit is augmented with dark ganache hints and a smoldering tobacco note that emerges on the finish.
90 POINTS
Robert Parker - Robert Parker Wine Advocate
From Chateau l’Eglise Clinet’s proprietor, Denis Durantou, this big time sleeper of the vintage may be even better than the 2009 Montlandrie. The dark ruby/purple-colored 2011 appears to have hit every sweet spot on the palate, offering lots of plum, black currant, incense and floral notes. With a velvety palate, attractive opulence and terrific fruit intensity (but no hard edges), this is a hedonistic as well as intellectually pleasing wine that sells for a song. Drink it over the next 5-6 years.
90 POINTS
Robert Parker - Robert Parker Wine Advocate
A thrilling offering from proprietor Denis Durantou (who also owns Pomerol’s l’Eglise-Clinet), this blend of 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc is a surprisingly large-scaled Cotes de Bordeaux Castillon revealing a dense ruby/purple color as well as lots of sweet mulberry, kirsch, black currant, licorice, spring flower and graphite notes. Medium to full-bodied as well as remarkably concentrated, this wine outperforms many of Bordeaux’s more famous names in this vintage. A stunner in quality and value, it can be enjoyed over the next 10+ years. It is a sleeper of the vintage.
90 POINTS
James Suckling
This shows lots of blueberry and mineral character with hints of chalk. Medium to full body, chewy tannins and a polished, refined texture. Needs another two or three years to soften.
James Suckling
The wine shows a lovely berry and cherry character. Medium body with fine tannins. Good length 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc.
Points: 88-89
WeinWisser
2015-2028 16/20
Julia Harding MW - JancisRobinson.com
Drink 2016-2021 75% Merlot (harvested 20-23 September), 25% Cabernet Franc (24-26 September), 50% new oak. Deep inky black cherry. Purple rim. Again that red fruit on the nose but also a light graphite edge. Cool and juicy and less dry than the Amélisse though the tannins are there and there's some oak in evidence. (JH) 13.8% 16/20
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Tasting Notes
The Montlandrie 2011 from Castillon-Côtes de Bordeaux, France, is a shining example of the exceptional quality of wines produced in this region. This vintage, crafted by the renowned Château Montlandrie, boasts a deep ruby hue, hinting at its rich and complex character.
On the nose, aromas of ripe blackberries, dark cherries, and currants intermingle with notes of cedar, tobacco, and a subtle hint of vanilla. On the palate, the wine reveals a harmonious balance of tannins and acidity, with a velvety texture and a long, lingering finish. The flavours of dark fruits are complemented by hints of spice and earthy undertones, making this wine a true delight to savour.
Overall, the Montlandrie 2011 is a testament to the expertise and dedication of its producers, showcasing the unique terroir of Castillon-Côtes de Bordeaux in every sip. This wine is a must-try for any connoisseur, and will only continue to improve with age.
