2016 | Château Montrose | Saint-Estèphe Seven Springs Vineyard lean and silky with an

lean and silky with an energetic flow that lingers long

Full-bodied but refined and elegant on the plate

with notes of ripe apricot

complemented by hints of cocoa and cedar

The 2022 Alter Ego is bright

2016 | Château Montrose | Saint-Estèphe Seven Springs Vineyard lean and silky with anA blend of 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, and 7% Cabernet Franc, the 2016 Montrose is deep garnet purple in color. It comes tearing out of the glass with rambunctious scents of creme de cassis, juicy blackberries, and blueberry pie, leading to hints of menthol, dark chocolate, licorice, and tree bark with a touch of crushed rocks. The medium bodied palate is chock full of bright black fruits with loads of spicy sparks and a firm, wonderfully