Château Montrose
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The 'Latour of Saint-Estèphe' — 9 perfect 100-pt scores since 2009
Château Montrose is a Deuxième Cru Classé (Second Growth) in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, situated in the Saint-Estèphe appellation on the Left Bank of Bordeaux. Founded in 1815 by Théodore Dumoulin, who planted vines on land previously covered with pink heather — giving the estate its name ('Mont Rose', meaning 'pink hill'). The château was classified at the very first attempt in 1855, making it the youngest classified growth at the time. The 95-hectare vineyard is an exceptionally rare single continuous parcel overlooking the Gironde estuary, planted with approximately 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot, with an average vine age of 40 years. The estate has been owned by brothers Martin and Olivier Bouygues since 2006, who have invested heavily in both vineyard and cellar. Known as the 'Latour of Saint-Estèphe' for its power and concentration, Montrose produces wines of extraordinary structure and longevity — an 'iron fist in a velvet glove'. Since 2009, the estate has received nine perfect 100-point scores from international critics. The estate is committed to organic farming, targeting 100% certification. The second wine, La Dame de Montrose, is produced from younger vines and parcels between the terraces.
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Château Montrose
RedCabernet Sauvignon · Merlot · Cabernet Franc · Petit Verdot
Château Montrose is a prestigious Second Growth estate located in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux. Known for its exceptional terroir overlooking the Gironde estuary, the estate produces wines characterized by their remarkable power, structure, and longevity. The blend is typically dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, resulting in a wine with deep color, firm tannins, and complex aromas of blackcurrant, cedar, and graphite. It is widely considered one of the most consistent and age-worthy wines in the Médoc, often requiring significant time in the cellar to reach its full potential.
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La Dame de Montrose
RedMerlot · Cabernet Sauvignon · Petit Verdot
La Dame de Montrose is the second wine of the prestigious Second Growth Château Montrose in Saint-Estèphe. Crafted with the same meticulous attention to detail as the Grand Vin, it is sourced from younger vines within the estate's exceptional terroir. This wine is celebrated for its elegance, finesse, and approachable character, offering a more immediate expression of the estate's signature power and structure. It typically features a refined profile of dark berries, graphite, and subtle floral notes, supported by silky tannins and a persistent, mineral-driven finish that reflects the unique gravelly soils of the Gironde estuary.
Who Is This For?
Collectors and patient investors who seek Bordeaux's most powerful and age-worthy super seconds; ideal for those who prize cellar-worthy wines that reward decades of patience with extraordinary complexity
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why is Château Montrose called the 'Latour of Saint-Estèphe'?
- Montrose earned this nickname particularly in the 1950s and 1960s for its extraordinary power, massive concentration, and imposing structure — qualities that rival those of Château Latour in Pauillac, widely considered Bordeaux's most powerful first growth.
- How long does Château Montrose need to age before drinking?
- In great vintages such as 2009, 2010, and 2022, Montrose requires a minimum of 15 years and can evolve magnificently for 40–50 years. Even in lighter years, 8–10 years of cellaring is recommended.
- What grapes are used in Château Montrose?
- The grand vin is typically 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot. From 2017, the team vinifies up to 93 separate tank lots to achieve the greatest precision in the final blend.
- Who owns Château Montrose today?
- Since 2006, Château Montrose has been owned by brothers Martin and Olivier Bouygues, who succeeded the Charmolüe family. Under their stewardship and the direction of CEO Hervé Berland, the estate has reached a new peak in quality.
- What food pairs best with Château Montrose?
- Classic pairings include roast lamb with garlic and rosemary, aged beef, venison, and duck. In its youth, Montrose's firm tannins benefit from rich, fatty proteins. With age, its evolved complexity suits more refined preparations such as châteaubriand or rack of lamb.