Chateau Montelena
The Montelena Estate Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon


Good. Mod pallet lacking. Tannins seem disintegrated.
Good. Mod pallet lacking. Tannins seem disintegrated.
Nov 11th, 2017
A little flabby on the pop but really gained steam over a couple hours in the decanter. Menthol, eucalyptus, lush plum. Plenty of life left.
A little flabby on the pop but really gained steam over a couple hours in the decanter. Menthol, eucalyptus, lush plum. Plenty of life left.
Jan 1st, 2016
Past its prime, possibly a bit maderized, lacking fruit intensity
Past its prime, possibly a bit maderized, lacking fruit intensity
Apr 25th, 2015
From the Conti cellar and in fine condition. Typical winery style which is balanced fruit and oak. Vineyard essence and terroir complete this multi faceted wine. So good 🍷🍷
From the Conti cellar and in fine condition. Typical winery style which is balanced fruit and oak. Vineyard essence and terroir complete this multi faceted wine. So good 🍷🍷
Mar 29th, 2019
I like going chateau to toe with this wine
I like going chateau to toe with this wine
Jan 31st, 2018
Still could age longer, spice and cherry, complex and tannic
Still could age longer, spice and cherry, complex and tannic
Jan 1st, 2017I love older Montelena. Even in off vintages, there is such pleasure. Balanced and great mouthfeel. I bought this wine in my early days of getting into wine - $30!
I love older Montelena. Even in off vintages, there is such pleasure. Balanced and great mouthfeel. I bought this wine in my early days of getting into wine - $30!
May 28th, 2016