Tasted at the Montrose vertical in Stamford, the 1952 Montrose was showing wonderfully. Mature in color with tawny rim, the bouquet was less austere than many other 1952 Clarets that I have encountered, with adequate red berry fruit, scents of an old stately home, mahogany furniture and autumn leaves all beautifully defined. The palate is medium-bodied, but there is real weight and presence here for a more than 60-year-old Saint Estèphe. Still fresh and with an almost citrus-like finish, this marvelous Montrose continues to give pleasure. Tasted May 2016.