1997 Monbousquet
The Wine Advocate
RP 90
Reviewed by: Robert M. Parker, Jr.
Release Price: $52
Drink Date: 2002 - 2014
One of the vintage's superstars, this dark plum/purple-colored 1997 offers flamboyant, explosive aromas of vanillin, cherry jam, licorice, and new oak. Deep, concentrated, rich, and surprisingly chewy, this full-bodied, gorgeously concentrated and proportioned St.-Emilion will be hard to resist young. There is some tannin to be shed, but the wine is so ostentatious, it is impossible to ignore. Anticipated maturity: 2002-2014.
Published: Apr 21, 2000
2005 Monbousquet Blanc
Rating 92 points
Release Price $65 - 90
Drink Date 2008 - 2013
Reviewed by Robert M. Parker, Jr.
Issue Date 30th Apr 2008
Source 176, The Wine Advocate
More Burgundian than Bordeaux-like, Gerard Perse’s 2005 white Monbousquet exhibits rich, medium to full-bodied flavors of smoky oak, mango, white peaches, honeysuckle, and nectarine. While delicious, its aging potential is suspect, and I suggest consuming it over the next 4-5 years