Chateaux La Croix Montalbert 750ml

Chateau Montlabert has 21 hectares dedicated to producing its Grand Vin, Chateau Montlabert, and its second wine, La Croix de Montlabert. The plot of land adjoining the family home, used for the production of the Grand Vin, is planted with 80% merlot and 20% cabernet franc, growing in deep sandy-gravel soil with a clay subsoil. The soil cuts taken during the recent construction of the cellar reveal veins of blue clay on the surface similar to those found at the appellation's prestigious neighbours and which are typical of the great merlot terroirs. La Croix Montlabert is the Chateaus second wine: a little indulgence, bursting with intense, fruity flavours. This blend of merlot and cabernet franc is aged for 14 months in French oak barrels. Fresh red berries and blueberries meet earthy, more savory nuances. Hints of chocolate and fresh cedar. The palates supple and even, really plush and neatly defined.