{"product_id":"2016-chateau-troplong-mondot-saint-emilion-grand-cru-premier-grand-cru-classe-b","title":"2016 Château Troplong Mondot, Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, Premier Grand Cru Classé B","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperience the exceptional 2016 vintage from Château Troplong Mondot. \u003c\/span\u003eChâteau Troplong Mondot is one of the most historic and elevated estates in Saint-Émilion, with origins dating back to the 18th century. Located on one of the highest points of the appellation, the estate benefits from exceptional exposure and limestone-rich soils that have long been recognized for producing powerful, structured, and ageworthy wines. Its status as a Premier Grand Cru Classé B reflects both its historical importance and its consistent quality at the highest level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"1057\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eOver time, Troplong Mondot has evolved into one of the leading Right Bank estates through careful vineyard management and modernized winemaking, while remaining firmly rooted in its terroir. A focus on low yields, precise vinification, and thoughtful aging has shaped a bold yet refined style, delivering wines of remarkable concentration, freshness, and long-term aging potential, particularly in outstanding vintages such as 2016.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/chateau_troplong_mondot.png?v=1765181391\" alt=\"Château Troplong Mondot, Saint-Émilion\" style=\"float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-textOff list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassification: Premier Grand Cru Classé B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage: 2016\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlend: 85% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCritics Scores: 97-99 points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg first:mt-3\"\u003e2016 Vintage Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-textOff list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExceptional terroir expression\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich, concentrated fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRefined tannin structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImpressive aging potential\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1824\"\u003eThe 2016 Bordeaux vintage is widely considered one of the greatest of the decade, combining ideal ripeness with freshness and structure. At Troplong Mondot, the vintage produced wines of remarkable intensity, refined tannins, and exceptional balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"2044\"\u003eThis growing season allowed for slow, even ripening, preserving aromatic complexity while building depth and concentration. The result is a wine with both immediate presence and extraordinary long-term aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg first:mt-3\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2016 Château Troplong Mondot reveals:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-textOff list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep garnet-purple color\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAromas of dark plums, blackberries, and licorice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNotes of coffee, spice, and chocolate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-bodied with incredible concentration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreamy, dense tannins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong, precise finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"722\"\u003eSaint-Émilion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"722\"\u003eSaint-Émilion is one of Bordeaux’s most historic and prestigious appellations and is widely regarded as the benchmark for Right Bank wines. Located on the eastern bank of the Dordogne River, the region is defined by its limestone plateau, clay-limestone slopes, and cooler microclimates that are ideally suited to Merlot-dominant blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003eThe appellation’s limestone-rich soils play a critical role in shaping the wines, providing natural drainage, water retention during dry periods, and a pronounced mineral backbone. These conditions produce wines with depth, freshness, and a distinctive chalky texture that contributes to both immediate appeal and long-term aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg first:mt-3\"\u003eExpert Perspectives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg first:mt-3\"\u003eJeb Dunnuck (97 points)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Certainly one of the most flamboyant and opulent wines in the vintage, yet it remains perfectly balanced, with masses of polished tannins, no hard edges, and a fabulous finish.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg first:mt-3\"\u003eThe Wine Cellar Insider\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The lingering finish displays sweet, red, and black fruits, a salted, orange citrus tone, and a beautiful chalky character on the backend.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg first:mt-3\"\u003eImpeccable Provenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis case comes with a guaranteed and traceable history:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-textOff list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcquired Ex Chateau En Primeur in 2017\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReleased between June 2018 and March 2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInitially stored at Dartess in Bordeaux\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransferred to London City Bond in February 2020\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg first:mt-3\"\u003eServing Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-textOff list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptimal drinking window: 2027-2060\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecant 2-3 hours before serving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg first:mt-3\"\u003eAuthenticity Guaranteed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelivered with a SommSelect Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring complete traceability and optimal storage conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mt-md block\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rare opportunity to own a piece of Bordeaux history, perfectly capturing the exceptional 2016 vintage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 2016 Château Troplong Mondot offers a rare opportunity to experience one of Saint-Émilion's finest expressions from an outstanding vintage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/f8ii744pqgnybqoumowm.jpg?v=1765181469\" alt=\"Château Troplong Mondot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47760454221878,"sku":"AT-CTM16SE-750","price":159.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/chateau-troplong-mondot-2016.jpg?v=1790666649","url":"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/products\/2016-chateau-troplong-mondot-saint-emilion-grand-cru-premier-grand-cru-classe-b","provider":"SommSelect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}