2017 Chateau Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon france wine the domaine focuses on low-intervention

the domaine focuses on low-intervention

established in 1970 by the Borie family

Charlie and Lorna

It is often described as a "classic" Bordeaux style

whose villa is believed to have stood on the site

2017 Chateau Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon france wine the domaine focuses on low-interventionWinemaker Notes Bright ruby red. Penetrating aromas of black cherry, dried flowers and brown spices. Not as silky as the 2004 through 2007 vintages but boasts noteworthy refinement and savory intensity, with fresh, harmonious acidity giving the wine good focus and finesse. Excellent depth here if not quite the flavor development of vintages like '07 and '04. Still, this conveys a thickness of texture and a faintly exotic quality and finishes with very