| Packaging | Bottle (75cl) |
|---|---|
| Style | Wines |
| Colour | Red |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Country | France |
| Type of Appellation | AOC |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Appellation | Saint-Estèphe |
| Estate | Montrose |
| Current phase |
Youth
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| Bottle (75cl) | |
| 2025 | £141.12 |
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Youth
2026 - 2029
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Maturity
2030 - 2037
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Peak
2038 - 2047
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Decline
2048 - 2057+
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| Grape variety | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Cabernet Sauvignon | 77 % |
| Merlot | 19 % |
| Cabernet Franc | 3 % |
Château Montrose 2023 from the prestigious Saint-Estèphe appellation in the Médoc region of Bordeaux is a red wine emblematic of the Left Bank’s classic style. Traditionally, the estate blends mainly Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, occasionally supplemented with small amounts of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. The 2023 vintage, while still young, benefits from Château Montrose's meticulous vineyard management and sophisticated vinification techniques, often involving temperature-controlled fermentation followed by ageing in French oak barrels. The result is a wine characterised by deep colour, marked structure, and the promise of significant ageing potential, with aromas typically leaning towards blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, and graphite, underpinned by Saint-Estèphe’s signature earthy minerality.
Saint-Estèphe is the most northerly of the major Médoc communes, bordering the Gironde estuary, which plays a crucial moderating role on the climate. The soils are complex—comprising deep gravel with pockets of clay—which encourages both excellent drainage and water retention, supporting the robust structure for which the commune’s wines are known. Historically, Saint-Estèphe wines have always set themselves apart for their intensity and longevity, shaped by generations of rigorous winemaking tradition and a unique terroir that gives extra power and a slightly firmer tannic grip compared to their neighbours.
For food pairings, Château Montrose’s sturdy framework makes it an ideal companion to rich, full-flavoured dishes. Traditional choices from the region such as entrecôte à la bordelaise, duck confit, or roasted lamb with a rosemary and garlic crust highlight the wine’s depth, while refined game dishes—like venison in a red wine reduction—will echo its earthy elegance. Mature, hard cheeses such as Comté or aged Cantal also sit wonderfully alongside its bold profile.
To best appreciate the youth and vibrancy of this 2023 vintage, decanting for at least two hours is recommended to soften the tannins and open up its aromatic complexity. Serve at a temperature between 16-18°C to fully enjoy its structure and fresh fruit character. This wine has excellent ageing potential and, while already promising, will reveal further complexity and finesse with time in the cellar.
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