Château Monlot - Saint-Emilion - N°1 - Rouge - 2016

Wine:

A Selection Committee Favorite rated 93/100; the 2016 Red Saint-Emilion N°1 is a deep wine with irresistible flavors of black truffle. The beautiful maturity of the harvest, the abundance of black fruits, and the very sober, well-integrated maturation compose a harmonious wine, combining smoothness and noble, delicate, and melted tannins. We can start drinking it today with a fillet of beef or a duck, for example. A total success at this price!

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Traditional vinification in thermo-regulated stainless steel vats. Aged for 12 months, 70% in vats and 30% in French oak barrels, 10% of which are new.

Color:

Deep intense red with carmine highlights.

Nose:

Expressive and delicately perfumed, the nose reveals a beautiful maturity, notes of black fruits, scents of irresistible black truffle, all on a sober breeding perfectly integrated.

Palate:

We appreciate its harmonious and suave structure, delicate and silky tannins on a rich and powerful finish.

Temperature:

Serve at 16 to 18°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Duckling stuffed with foie gras, rack of lamb from Sisteron à la provençale.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2024 and beyond for enthusiasts.

Superbly situated on the limestone and clay of Saint-Emilion, Château Monlot is challenging the established hierarchy. The estate has been revived by its new owner, who has enlisted the help of oenologist Jean-Claude Berrouet, and is experiencing a resounding revival that has not escaped our attention!