Château Montrose 1997 is the estate’s red grand vin from Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux. A Second Growth in the Médoc classification, it reflects the growing conditions and selection of its year.
About This Wine
An early growing season and a dry September helped bring unevenly ripening parcels together. The final blend was 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot.
Tasting Profile
- Nose: Red fruit, liquorice and cedar.
- Palate: Silky Merlot fruit over fine Cabernet structure.
- Finish: Elegant and gently extended.
Serving & Food
Serve beside duck breast with a light pan jus to match its softer fruit.
How to Enjoy
This softer vintage is suited to a lighter savoury dish.
Product Details
Producer: Château Montrose
Vintage: 1997
Region: Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux
Classification: Second Growth
Volume: 750mL
About the Château
Saint-Estèphe lies at the northern end of the Médoc’s principal classified-growth communes. Montrose’s site rises above the Gironde, and its Cabernet-led wines tend to develop a savoury bouquet as their tannins soften.