2011 Château Troplong-Mondot
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We heard people saying rude things about 2011 Troplong Mondot but we found it to be a rich, full bodied compote of red and black fruit. Sweet, full and delicious. Those looking for the lighter style of 10 years ago beware but if you aren't afraid of a more modern style then this is for you.
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James Suckling
FINE+RARE
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Undeniably less interesting than the 2010 and 2009, and the tannins are more sticky and aggressive. There's plenty of quality here, but the vintage is clearly the weak link. A valiant effort in challenging circumstances. (RH)
The austerity of the vintage gives some tight angles to the tannins, but this is expertly contructed and has decades ahead of it. Expct black cherry, cassis, espresso, cocoa beans, mocha, eucalyptus, gunpowder, slate. Shows the exceptional character of the terroir, and is undoubtedly impressive, if monolithic. Good freshness on the finish, allows you to take a breath. 100% new oak, Michel Rolland consultant. Harvest September 16 to October 5.
The 2011 Troplong Mondot has a dull, rather stewed and slightly bretty nose that does it no favours. The palate is medium-bodied with fleshy tannins, what feels like a lot of oak as it has a woody mid-palate that dries out the severe finish. Muddled. Tasted blind at the annual 10-Year-On tasting.
About the producer
This estate – promoted in 2006 to Premier Grand Cru Classé B – is perched at the highest point in Saint-Emilion. Aymeric de Gironde has been managing the property since 2017 and guided it to new heights.