Tertio de Montrose 2017

Main characteristics of the Vintage:

The year started with a mild and dry winter, marked by 2 weeks of cold at the end of January. The temperatures remained mild in the spring, allowing uniform bud burst as from 29 March. An early vintage seemed likely, but the growth cycle slowed down at the end of April under the influence of cooler temperatures.

The vine calmly continued its development, without any particular pressure from disease, an undeniable advantage in the management of our 45 hectares under organic viticulture.

Harvest took place under ideal conditions. The team of around a hundred pickers worked within the plots, in a very smoothly run operation.

This precision work was reflected in the cellar, recently equipped with more than 90 small-capacity vats. Extraction was gentle and maceration slightly shorter than last year.

Period of harvest:

September 12th – September 29th

Blend:

Cabernet Sauvignon : 30%

Merlot 67%

Cabernet Franc : 1%

Petit Verdot : 2%

Tasting notes:

The colour is a beautiful cherry red.

The nose reveals aromas of red fruit accompanied by some spicy and lightly smoky notes.

The attack, full and round, reveals beautiful freshness on the palate