Troplong Mondot - 2004 (750ml) 1981 5% Merlot is a classic

5% Merlot is a classic example of Lafite

and it is a beauty

It is a very impressive

2007 is a more fragrant

De Thoren fashions a style of wine that is squarely aimed at the American market with bold flavors as well as a richer more extravagant style

Troplong Mondot - 2004 (750ml) 1981 5% Merlot is a classicSweet cherry, white chocolate, black currant, and crushed rock like characteristics are present in this medium bodied St. Emilion. Excellent richness, spicy tannin, and hints of underbrush and herbs in the finish result in an excellent rather than brilliant Troplong Mondot that must take a back seat to their other worldly 2005 and impressively endowed 2006. Give it 2 4 years, and it could have outstanding potential. Robert Parker 89+ points