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Troplong Mondot 2013
St Emilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé B
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Full-bodied and atypically rich and concentrated for a 2013, it boasts beautiful blueberry and crème de cassis fruit as well as underlying chalky minerality, and good richness and concentration. It is a noteworthy homage to Christine Vallete’s brilliant efforts at Troplong Mondot, which resulted in the elevation of this estate in the 2012 St.-Emilion classification. It can be enjoyed over the next 10-15 years. Score: 92 - 94 Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2014-2029 01 August 2014 |
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Of course, it is never easy to appraise the new wine of a proprietor recently deceased, but the late Christine Valette would have been proud of this Troplong Mondot. The Grand Vin is a blend of 90% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc and 2% Cabernet Sauvignon, alcohol levels coming in around the 13 degree mark. It has a pretty bouquet with dark cherries and raspberry fruit - fine precision here and focus. The palate is medium-bodied with fine structure and bead of acidity. The harmony is palpable here, with hints of dried herbs and cedar comes through on the assured finish. This is a successful and considered wine from Troplong Mondot and a testament to Christine Valette. Tasted April 2014. Score: 91 - 93 Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com 01 May 2014 |
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The core of plum and raspberry fruit mingles with a note of red licorice on the finish. Fresh acidity provides balance throughout. Solid. Score: 88 - 91 James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 01 April 2014 |
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Lots of sweet spice scent, clearly expensive oak. Dry, savoury palate with a fine-grained tannic texture. Persistent length. Rich without being overwrought. The fruit stands up to the oak and the structure too. Nicely done. (16.5) Score: 16 - 17 Jancis Robinson MW, Richard Hemming, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2016-2024 01 April 2014 |
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Ripe, modern, red berry nose. Fresh and supple on attack then tight, firm finish. No compromises, shows extraction but clean and long. Score: 89 Decanter, Decanter.com Maturity: 2020-2030 01 April 2014 |
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