Château Montrose
Château Montrose is a prestigious winery located in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux, France. Classified as a Deuxième Grand Cru Classé in the 1855 Bordeaux Wine Classification, it stands among the most esteemed estates in the Médoc region. The estate was established in 1815 by Théodore Dumoulin, who laid the foundation for its vineyards and buildings. Upon his death in 1861, the estate spanned 91 hectares—a size it retains today. In 2006, Martin and Olivier Bouygues of the Bouygues family acquired Château Montrose, bringing in substantial investment and a renewed emphasis on quality and innovation.
The vineyard covers about 168 acres (68 hectares), planted with 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, and 10% Cabernet Franc. The terroir features gravel and black sand over clay and marl subsoil, offering excellent drainage and ideal conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon to thrive. The estate produces three red wines: the Grand Vin (Château Montrose), known for its depth, structure, and aging potential; La Dame de Montrose, a second wine that is more approachable in its youth; and Tertio de Montrose, a more affordable offering that reflects the estate’s style.
Château Montrose has earned widespread acclaim, particularly for vintages like 1990, 2009, and 2010, each of which received 100-point ratings from Robert Parker.