Château Troplong Mondot
St. Émilion Red Bordeaux Blend
St. Émilion, Libournais, Bordeaux, France
Domaine de Mondot belonged to Father de Seze, who had the present-day chateau built in 1745. Very much taken by the estate, Raymond Troplong purchased it in 1850 and constituted the vineyard as we know it today. Tasted ‘14 & ‘15. A blend of 90% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Cabernet Franc, dark red with black fruit aromas and exotic spice. On the palate cherry and plum with oak, coffee and pepper spice. Tannins still big, but calmed a bit since I last tasted in Apr 2017, plenty of room to run. Tasting Sample.
Domaine de Mondot belonged to Father de Seze, who had the present-day chateau built in 1745. Very much taken by the estate, Raymond Troplong purchased it in 1850 and constituted the vineyard as we know it today. Tasted ‘14 & ‘15. A blend of 90% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Cabernet Franc, dark red with black fruit aromas and exotic spice. On the palate cherry and plum with oak, coffee and pepper spice. Tannins still big, but calmed a bit since I last tasted in Apr 2017, plenty of room to run. Tasting Sample.
Aug 16th, 2018
First red wine of the tasting and third wine in flight one for the Bordeaux Master's Class at Heart's Delight.
Deep opaque ruby red. Dark fruity nose with black currants and black cherries. Strong earthiness and stoney note undertones. Heavy tannins (7.5/10) and medium bodied. Sweet spices and dusty on the front end. Followed by a touch of dark cocoa and herbal notes such as eucalyptus. Slatey long finish. Drink till 2032.
First red wine of the tasting and third wine in flight one for the Bordeaux Master's Class at Heart's Delight.
Deep opaque ruby red. Dark fruity nose with black currants and black cherries. Strong earthiness and stoney note undertones. Heavy tannins (7.5/10) and medium bodied. Sweet spices and dusty on the front end. Followed by a touch of dark cocoa and herbal notes such as eucalyptus. Slatey long finish. Drink till 2032.
Tasted at the Hearts Delight press lunch.
Tasted at the Hearts Delight press lunch.
May 13th, 2017Domaine de Mondot belonged to Father de Seze, who had the present-day chateau built in 1745. Very much taken by the estate, Raymond Troplong purchased it in 1850 and constituted the vineyard as we know it today. A blend of 90% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Cabernet Franc, dark red with black fruit aromas and exotic spice. On the palate cherry and plum with oak, coffee and pepper spice. Big tannins need some time for this beauty to develop for the long term, but it's enjoyable now.
Domaine de Mondot belonged to Father de Seze, who had the present-day chateau built in 1745. Very much taken by the estate, Raymond Troplong purchased it in 1850 and constituted the vineyard as we know it today. A blend of 90% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Cabernet Franc, dark red with black fruit aromas and exotic spice. On the palate cherry and plum with oak, coffee and pepper spice. Big tannins need some time for this beauty to develop for the long term, but it's enjoyable now.
Apr 12th, 2017
2014 vintage. Tight. Big. Medium-heavy body. Filled with rhubarb, dark cherry pie flavors, cocoa powder, teriyaki sauce and plum. Tannic structure suggesting a 6-8 hour decant to agitate or 15-20 years before approaching. 9.1.23.
2014 vintage. Tight. Big. Medium-heavy body. Filled with rhubarb, dark cherry pie flavors, cocoa powder, teriyaki sauce and plum. Tannic structure suggesting a 6-8 hour decant to agitate or 15-20 years before approaching. 9.1.23.
Sep 2nd, 2023
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Bordeaux Master Class - May 13, 2017
Bordeaux Master Class - May 13, 2017
Apr 13th, 20172010. Marvelous. Succulent berries on blanket of honey floating through the air.
2010. Marvelous. Succulent berries on blanket of honey floating through the air.
Jun 20th, 2020
I know this was far far too young but it was a "mistake" delivered to me and I'm clearing space in my cellar. Nose and palate muted but you're able to get a beautiful mix of plums, dark cherries, and chocolate. Tannins were fine and powdery. Feel guilty but having never had this I can now happily buy.
I know this was far far too young but it was a "mistake" delivered to me and I'm clearing space in my cellar. Nose and palate muted but you're able to get a beautiful mix of plums, dark cherries, and chocolate. Tannins were fine and powdery. Feel guilty but having never had this I can now happily buy.
Oct 28th, 2017