One of my top 10 most enjoyable cases. The depth, richness and complexity of 10 years ago is undiminished and should remain at this level for a few more years. Famous Mont tannins are totally tamed. Unlike many older Cal cabs, this has considerable tertiary aroma and taste.
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Not the "lastone" but so compelling, had to write a note: extradordinary complex nose; expansive and sweet palate; long, captivating aftertaste. At 30 years, a near perfect specimen.
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Tinge of sherry spoiled the broth but cannot complain. Best years were '04 to '09 but still couldn't match the "84 and '86 (which are still going strong).
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1990 Chateau Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon The Montelena Estate
5/19/2014 - lastone Likes this wine: 96 Points
One of my top 10 most enjoyable cases. The depth, richness and complexity of 10 years ago is undiminished and should remain at this level for a few more years. Famous Mont tannins are totally tamed. Unlike many older Cal cabs, this has considerable tertiary aroma and taste.
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1982 Château Calon-Ségur
12/25/2012 - lastone Likes this wine: 97 Points
Not the "lastone" but so compelling, had to write a note: extradordinary complex nose; expansive and sweet palate; long, captivating aftertaste. At 30 years, a near perfect specimen.
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1985 Chateau Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon The Montelena Estate
8/16/2012 - lastone wrote: flawed
Tinge of sherry spoiled the broth but cannot complain. Best years were '04 to '09 but still couldn't match the "84 and '86 (which are still going strong).
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