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Monbrison 2015

Margaux, Cru bourgeois

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The 2015 Monbrison has plenty of black plum and cassis on the nose, almost a nod to Rioja in style but well defined. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, quite fresh in the mouth with a rather simple second half that needs more personality and terroir expression to develop. There was so much potential here from barrel. It feels as if the the barrel maturation frustratingly dented its potential. (88?)

Score: 88

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2020-2030 01 March 2018

The 2015 Monbrison has a perfumed bouquet with generous red cherry, wild strawberry and rose petal scents that are neatly folded into the new oak. The palate is medium-bodied with svelte tannin, sorbet-fresh fruit here with a lively and vivacious, quite fleshy finish that belies that fine tannin underneath. What a delicious Margaux to enjoy over 15-20 years, one that should be approachable not long after bottling.

Score: 90 - 92

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2020-2040 28 April 2016

The 2015 Château Monbrison is a smokin’ good Margaux to seek out. With a deep ruby/purple color and terrific notes of caramelized cherries, currants, bay leaf, and toasty oak, it hits the palate with medium to full-bodied richness, fine, polished tannin, plenty of freshness, and a rich, yet undeniably elegant personality. Give bottles 2-3 years and enjoy over the following two decades.

Score: 93

Jeb Dunnuck, - Maturity: 2020-2040 30 November 2017

Very structured and tannic yet plenty of bright fruit underneath. Full and very silky. Excellent.

Score: 92 - 93

James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 30 April 2016

Almost impenetrable on the nose. A little light and less ripe than many. Rather austere finish.

Score: 16 - 17

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2023-2032 05 April 2016

The 2015 Monbrison is pretty, delicate and understated, with expressive floral notes that add lift to a core of bright red stone fruits. This is a very pretty, feminine Margaux that should drink well with minimal cellaring. There is good freshness throughout, especially on the finish.

Score: 87 - 90

Antonio Galloni, Vinous.com 01 April 2016

A juicy-edged version, with red and black currant flavors mixed with dark tea and roasted alder notes. Well-integrated already, revealing a mineral edge.

Score: 89 - 92

James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 01 April 2016