The 1990 Château Montrose is a monumental expression of Saint-Estèphe, showcasing the estate's exceptional terroir and winemaking prowess. Crafted from a blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, and 4% Cabernet Franc, this vintage benefited from a hot and dry summer, leading to perfectly ripe and healthy grapes. Robert Parker awarded it a perfect 100 points, describing it as "a huge, corpulent, awesomely-endowed wine that is still relatively approachable" and noting its "incredible complexity and massive character" . Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar rated it 95 points, highlighting its "lush, sweet and opulent" profile with "powerful tannins and great grip and length" . Château Montrose, established in 1815, is a Second Growth estate located in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux. The estate has a rich history of producing wines of exceptional quality, with a reputation for their power, structure, and aging potential. In 2006, the Bouygues family acquired Château Montrose, initiating a comprehensive renovation program aimed at enhancing the quality of the wine and implementing sustainable practices. Under the stewardship of Hervé Berland since 2012, the estate has continued its commitment to excellence, focusing on meticulous vineyard management and precise winemaking techniques .

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