98 Points James Suckling - Wild blackberries and brambleberries on the nose with raw cocoa
energetic black fruit layers
in a vintage that seemed to be difficult for the entire region
the 2020 La Mission Haut-Brion has an alcohol of 14
What impresses me most is how much energy and vivacity the 2015 shows given the tiny yields that year
Chateau Montelena 2007 The Montelena Estate Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon "type_Fine Italian Wine" 98 Points James Suckling -95 Points Wine Advocate 95 Points Vinous NOSE Huge, powerful; layer on layer of spice, cedar, earth, and tobacco, all over a rich base of ripe black cherry, blackcurrants, cassis and blueberry jam. PALATE Rich, round, juicy and mouth coating, the palate delivers black cherry and blackcurrant before moving on to brighter red fruits. More subtle tones of butterscotch, anise, and sweet oak complement the fruit beautifully. FINISH The huge classic