Chateau Monbrison 2016

- 18 Punkte VINUM: „Aromatik und frische Kräuter, von grosser Dichte, Frische und Länge, erstklassiges Tannin von genau richtiger Reife mit besonderem Schliff: unklassierte Spitzenklasse mit unschlagbarer Margaux-Typizität.“

- 90-92 Punkte Robert Parkers WINE ADVOCATE, Neal Martin: „The 2016 Monbrison is a Margaux that has performed splendidly this vintage, one that did not shine as benevolently as other appellations. It has a vigorous, delineated bouquet with blueberry, raspberry and crushed violets, the new oak neatly integrated. The palate is nicely structured and though there is a touch of hardness to the tannin on the entry, that will soften by the time of bottling. The acidity is well judged and there is good grip on the finish. Monbrison is often well-priced en primeur and as such, this comes recommended.“

- 92 Punkte JAMES SUCKLING: „Impressive, ripe red-cherry and berry aromas here with appealing, brambly complexity. The palate delivers an approachable, juicy and smoothly arranged bed of ripe and vibrant tannins. Try from 2022.“

- 91 Punkte FALSTAFF, Peter Moser: „Tiefdunkles Rubingranat, opaker Kern, dezente Randaufhellung, zart blättrig unterlegter Brombeertouch, tabakige Nuancen. Frische schwarze Beeren auch am Gaumen, integrierte Tannine, etwas Cassis im Abgang, mineralisch-zitroniger Rückgeschmack.“

- 90 Punkte JEB DUNNUCK: „I loved the 2016 Château Monbrison, an incredibly charming, classic Margaux. Beautiful notes of black raspberries, spicy wood, dried flowers, and incense all define this medium-bodied, floral, elegant, balanced effort. I suspect it will continue offering pleasure for 15-20 years.“

- VINOUS, Antonio Galloni: „The 2016 Monbrison is delicious. Aromatic, pliant and impeccably balanced, the wine is quite harmonious from the first taste. There is lovely depth and purity throughout. Sweet tobacco, herbs, mint and licorice add aromatic nuance tot he racy red fruit. I imagine the 2016 will drink well with minimal cellaring.“