2023 Château La Mondotte Saint-Emilion
Chateau La Mondotte, dating back to the 19th century, flourishes under Stephan Von Neipperg's passionate leadership. This Premier Grand Cru Classe from Saint-Emilion boasts a 4.5-hectare organic vineyard. The 2023 blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc reveals dense yet agile notes of balckberry, blueberry and raspberry, with fine tannins and a lasting, elegant finish. Indulge in this historical gem.
Wine Advocate
I typically have a weakness for Canon-la-Gaffelière in the von Niepperg portfolio, but this year it's the 2023 La Mondotte, a blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, that stands out as the highlight of the range. Revealing aromas of dark berries, licorice and petals, framed by creamy new oak, it's medium to full-bodied, layered and harmonious, with good depth at the core, supple tannin and a penetrating finish.
Vinous
A dense yet agile wine with blackberry, blueberry, raspberry and citrus aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied with fine tannins that spread across the palate, running the length of the wine and helping it to last for minutes on the finish
James Suckling
A dense yet agile wine with blackberry, blueberry, raspberry and citrus aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied with fine tannins that spread across the palate, running the length of the wine and helping it to last for minutes on the finish. 80% merlot and 20% cabernet franc.