1996 | Chateau Montelena | Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Producer_Alion Bodegas Barbadillo discovered old tonic wines

Barbadillo discovered old tonic wines of indeterminate age and recipe

but herbaceous and savory additions like lemon verbena

the Domaine is taken over by his son Thibault and give the new Domaine Thibault Ligier Belair

The agave piñas are harvested and placed in brick adobe ovens (hornitos) where they are steamed for 24 hours then left to cool for 24 hours

They then add a touch of raw cane sugar to balance the acidity

1996 | Chateau Montelena | Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Producer_Alion Bodegas Barbadillo discovered old tonic winesRed Wine: 1996 Chateau Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Beautiful and elegant wine. The color is ruby red. Nose aromas of black fruits, powerful, loamy, earthy scents along with fruit. On the palate it has a big juicy front, a very full texture and many layers of flavors in a rich cross section of fruit and terroir. Full bodied and balanced. Definitely worth tasting! Order from the Largest & Most Trusted Premium Spirits Marketplace! Featured in