Château Montrose : Caisse Panachée Château Montrose 1986-1996-2006

Three magnums of Château Montrose brought together in an exceptional case to celebrate an anniversary vintage

The estate

Acquired in 2006 by brothers Martin and Olivier Bouygues, Château Montrose stands as one of the emblematic figures of the Saint-Estèphe appellation. Classified as a Second Growth in 1855, this prestigious estate watches over an exceptional terroir at the heart of the Médoc. Renowned both for the consistency of its quality and the elegance of its style, Château Montrose embodies excellence and enjoys a worldwide reputation.

The vineyard

Château Montrose benefits from a 95-hectare vineyard in a single block, a rare feature in the region, resting on an exceptional terroir considered one of the greatest in Bordeaux. This "elite core", ideally located close to the Gironde estuary, sits on gravel terraces mixed with sand at the surface, overlooking a clay subsoil. This unique setting gives these Saint-Estèphe wines their distinctive character and remarkable consistency.

The case

Celebrating 20 years of the Bouygues family at the helm of the estate, the "Mixed Case Château Montrose 1986-1996-2006" brings together three vintages ending in "6", marking the connection between the generations that have shaped the estate's history.

Château Montrose 1986: crafted from a blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon (67%), complemented by Merlot (27%) and Cabernet Franc (6%), grown on a terroir of sandy gravel with a clay matrix. Its dense ruby colour precedes a rich nose of black fruits, blond tobacco and liquorice. Full-bodied and harmonious, it offers a fresh palate with hints of undergrowth and leather. Its long, soft finish elegantly extends this remarkable balance.

Château Montrose 1996: dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon at 73%, complemented by Merlot at 24% and Cabernet Franc at 3%, it displays a deep, dense purple colour. Its generous nose blends leather, black fruits and dark tobacco. The palate combines freshness with a silky texture, featuring notes of blackberry, blackcurrant, dark chocolate and cocoa. Its fine, well-integrated tannins mark this as a classic, generous and complex wine, beautifully balanced.

Château Montrose 2006: made up of 72% Cabernet Sauvignon and 28% Merlot, vinified plot by plot in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. Its dense, deep colour heralds a nose of red fruits and morello cherries. Full-bodied, long and powerful, the palate unfolds notes of morello cherry, raspberry, strawberry and liquorice, supported by crisp, taut tannins. Highly structured, this great wine has remarkable ageing potential.

Magnum (150 cl):

• 1 x Château Montrose 1986

• 1 x Château Montrose 1996

• 1 x Château Montrose 2006