94 points Lisa Perrotti-Brown (The Wine Independent): "A blend of 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Petit Verdot, the 2001 Montrose is medium to deep garnet in color, with a touch of brick. It opens a little broodily with slowly emerging, mature scents of cigar box, dusty soil, and iron ore, giving way to a core of redcurrant jelly and raspberry preserves, plus a hint of dried sage. The light to medium-bodied palate is mineral-laced and earthy, featuring lightly chewy tannins and bold freshness, finishing on a lingering ferrous note. Alcohol 12.5%. Drink: 2024-2036. (2/28/24)"
93+ points Neal Martin (Wine Advocate): "Tasted at the château, the 2001 Montrose is a blend of 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot picked between 24 September and 9 October. It has quite a tightly wound bouquet that either needs a hefty decant or preferably, another 5-6 years in bottle. The scents that can be coaxed are attractive: blackberry, a touch of tar and pencil box, later Indian ink and cedar wood. The palate is medium-bodied with gently gripping tannin, a fine line of acidity and impressive harmony. This gains complexity towards the finish. Tensile, minerally and edgy, this is becoming a highly pleasurable Montrose that will surprise a few people. Sure, it does lack some persistence, however, keep an eye on this. Tasted September 2016. Drink: 2016-2040. (3/31/17)"
92 points Jane Anson (Inside Bordeaux): "(62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc). A softer expression than the 2000, and unlikely to last as long, with emphasis on the same walnut and campfire notes that I found in the 1996. Instead its expression is far more delicate, dancing across the palate and giving so much pleasure, with finely spun tannins and finessed raspberry fruits. An elegant and joyful expression of the estate, and an excellent reflection of the vintage. Acidity just a little spiky on the finish, but there is a mouthwatering kick that makes you want to go back for more. Harvest September 24 to October 9. Alcohol 13%. Drink: 2021-2040. (6/24/21)"
92 points Stephen Tanzer (International Wine Cellar): "(blend based on 62% cabernet sauvignon) Medium red-ruby. Aromas of roasted plum and nutty oak. Fat, sweet, broad and suave, with gentle flavors of redcurrant, plum and game. Aromatic and gentle in the mouth. Long, ripe finish features substantial but sweet tannins. Lovely claret. (May 2004)"
92 points Wine Spectator: "Modest in display, with lightly mulled currant and blackberry fruit infused with bay leaf and tobacco accents. This is sneakily long, offering a very refined chalk- and iron-fueled finish and lovely integration throughout. Echoes of savory and wet pebble at the very end give this a pleasant austerity. -- Blind '01/'03/'05 Bordeaux retrospective (December 2017). Best from 2020 through 2030. (2/1/18)"
93+ points Neal Martin (Wine Advocate): "Tasted at the château, the 2001 Montrose is a blend of 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot picked between 24 September and 9 October. It has quite a tightly wound bouquet that either needs a hefty decant or preferably, another 5-6 years in bottle. The scents that can be coaxed are attractive: blackberry, a touch of tar and pencil box, later Indian ink and cedar wood. The palate is medium-bodied with gently gripping tannin, a fine line of acidity and impressive harmony. This gains complexity towards the finish. Tensile, minerally and edgy, this is becoming a highly pleasurable Montrose that will surprise a few people. Sure, it does lack some persistence, however, keep an eye on this. Tasted September 2016. Drink: 2016-2040. (3/31/17)"
92 points Jane Anson (Inside Bordeaux): "(62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc). A softer expression than the 2000, and unlikely to last as long, with emphasis on the same walnut and campfire notes that I found in the 1996. Instead its expression is far more delicate, dancing across the palate and giving so much pleasure, with finely spun tannins and finessed raspberry fruits. An elegant and joyful expression of the estate, and an excellent reflection of the vintage. Acidity just a little spiky on the finish, but there is a mouthwatering kick that makes you want to go back for more. Harvest September 24 to October 9. Alcohol 13%. Drink: 2021-2040. (6/24/21)"
92 points Stephen Tanzer (International Wine Cellar): "(blend based on 62% cabernet sauvignon) Medium red-ruby. Aromas of roasted plum and nutty oak. Fat, sweet, broad and suave, with gentle flavors of redcurrant, plum and game. Aromatic and gentle in the mouth. Long, ripe finish features substantial but sweet tannins. Lovely claret. (May 2004)"
92 points Wine Spectator: "Modest in display, with lightly mulled currant and blackberry fruit infused with bay leaf and tobacco accents. This is sneakily long, offering a very refined chalk- and iron-fueled finish and lovely integration throughout. Echoes of savory and wet pebble at the very end give this a pleasant austerity. -- Blind '01/'03/'05 Bordeaux retrospective (December 2017). Best from 2020 through 2030. (2/1/18)"
| Product SKU | 350934 |
| Producer | Montrose |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| SubRegion | Left Bank |
| Appellation | St-Estèphe |
| Varietal | Cabernet/Bordeaux Blends |
| Vintage | 2001 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| Blend | 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc |
| ABV | 12.5% |
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