{"product_id":"chateau-montrose-1989","title":"Château Montrose 1989","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Montrose 1989 is a superb example of Saint-Estèphe at its most refined: powerful, structured, and beautifully layered, yet carried by remarkable elegance. As the estate’s first wine, it is made through strict selection at every stage and has earned a reputation as one of the benchmark bottles of the vintage, with the kind of longevity and complexity that defines great Bordeaux.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakuprofiili\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows the depth and composure expected of a mature Grand Cru Classé, with a lucid, still-vibrant color that hints at its development rather than exhaustion. The bouquet is delicate yet complex, opening with blackberry, blueberry, black truffle, and subtle notes of sous-bois, all delivered with impressive precision.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is exceptionally well balanced, with a firm backbone, fine-grained tannins, and a fresh, tensile structure that gives it both energy and poise. The finish is long, mineral, and detailed, leaving a refined impression that can continue to evolve gracefully for years, especially for collectors seeking mature Bordeaux with outstanding aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViininvalmistus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Montrose sits on a single, continuous 95-hectare vineyard parcel in Saint-Estèphe, a rare and historically significant layout that has remained largely unchanged since the 1855 classification. The estate’s gravelly, warm soils over clay subsoils are ideally suited to Cabernet Sauvignon, helping the vines perform well even in drier conditions, while Merlot and Cabernet Franc add softness, aromatic lift, and complexity. The 1989 vintage was matured for 18 months in 60% new French oak barrels, reflecting the estate’s disciplined, quality-focused approach to vinification and élevage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuoka \u0026amp; tarjoilu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine pairs beautifully with rich dishes such as grilled ribeye, roast lamb, venison, duck breast, or mushroom-based preparations that can match its depth and structure. Serve at around 16–18°C, and decanting is recommended if the bottle is being enjoyed now, particularly to help the aromas open and the tannins integrate fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuottaja\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Montrose is one of the great names of Saint-Estèphe, standing alongside Cos d’Estournel among the appellation’s most celebrated estates. Founded in the late 18th century and classified as a Second Growth in 1855, it has built a formidable reputation for producing powerful, long-lived wines that are highly regarded by critics and collectors around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Montrose","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49122400436466,"sku":"FW-1803","price":736.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/4810\/5202\/files\/montrose-4.png?v=1777475869","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.fi\/products\/chateau-montrose-1989","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}