2018 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 49% Merlot, 28% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot
Region Saint-Estephe
Harvest Dates 17 September–5 October 2018
Production Details The estate was transitioning the vineyard toward sustainable viticulture. Berries were reported as 20% smaller than average; extraction was especially measured, and 6 press-wine lots supplemented 61 free-run-wine lots for blending.
Tasting Notes Attractive garnet red; intense, expressive nose with cherry, strawberry and brown-sugar notes; fresh, round and well-balanced palate.
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2017 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 67% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Petit Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc
Drinking Window Ready to drink at the time of the sheet; keep for 3–5 more years
Region Saint-Estephe
Harvest Dates 12–29 September 2017
Oak Details 15% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak15%
Production Details The producer reports gentle extraction and maceration slightly shorter than in 2016, using a cellar equipped with more than 90 small-capacity vats; the blending pool comprised 82 free-run-wine lots and 9 press-wine lots. The importer/distributor sheet reports 12 months of maturation.
Tasting Notes Cherry red; red-fruit aromas with spicy and lightly smoky notes; full, round attack and notable palate freshness.
Food Pairing Roasted, braised or grilled meats—including steak, veal, pork, beef and game—and hard or soft cheeses
2016 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 61% Merlot, 32% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot, 2% Cabernet Franc
Drinking Window Enjoyable in its early years; ageing potential of 3–5 years
Region Saint-Estephe
Harvest Dates 23 September–14 October 2016
Oak Details 15% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak15%
Production Details Produced from Montrose terroir and vinified by the property’s team; matured for 12 months in barrels. The estate used increasingly precise parcel selection, with an expanded team of 90 pickers.
Tasting Notes Deep garnet red; intense nose of spice and fresh fruit with toasted and grilled notes; clean attack; full, generous palate with substantial tannins and a fresh finish.
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2015 Technical Specifications
Drinking Window Enjoyable in early youth; ageing potential of 3–5 years
Region Saint-Estephe
Soil Gravel over clay subsoil
Harvest Dates 15 September–8 October 2015
Production Details Matured for 12 months. The official English page prints the blend as 8% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot, totaling only 70%; it is therefore incomplete or internally inconsistent and has not been normalized into a variety_blend claim.
Tasting Notes Fine, intense garnet; floral, discreet nose with violet, raspberry, toast and spice; round, full and fleshy palate with powerful tannins and very good balance.
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2014 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon
Drinking Window Drinks well young; may be aged for 3–5 years
Region Saint-Estephe
Soil Gravel over clay subsoil
Harvest Dates 15 September–16 October 2014
Production Details Matured for 12 months.
Tasting Notes Clear and bright; slightly oaky nose with brioche, toast and cedarwood; clean, direct attack; fresh, fruity mid-palate with good acidity.
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Château Montrose, 33180 Saint-Estèphe, France
Phone
+33 5 56 59 30 12
Owner
Martin and Olivier Bouygues
Cellarmaster
Vincent Decup