Château Montrose 2006
Grand Cru Classé – Saint-Estèphe
The Story
Château Montrose stands as one of the great estates of the Médoc, classified as a Second Growth in 1855 and revered for producing wines of power, precision, and longevity. The 2006 vintage marked the beginning of a new chapter for Montrose under the Bouygues family, with technical direction from Jean Bernard Delmas (formerly of Château Haut-Brion).
Following a meticulous green harvest that reduced yields to just 41 hl/ha, the fruit achieved exceptional concentration. The blend—72% Cabernet Sauvignon and 28% Merlot—reflects the deep gravel and clay terroir of Saint-Estèphe, producing a wine that combines Montrose’s trademark structure with new finesse and aromatic purity. Harvest took place between September 18 and October 3 under ideal late-season conditions.
Tasting Notes
Appearance: Deep garnet core with ruby reflections, showing impressive density and youthful vibrancy for its age.
Nose: Elegant and layered, opening with notes of blackcurrant, morello cherry, and raspberry. Subtle undertones of graphite, cedar, licorice, and dried violets emerge with aeration, revealing the classic Montrose mineral edge.
Palate: Medium-to-full bodied with concentrated dark fruit flavors and a core of cassis and plum. The texture is refined yet firm, supported by silky tannins and fresh acidity that provide excellent balance and length.
Finish: Persistent, savory, and finely etched, with hints of spice and iron minerality that linger long after the final sip. A wine of both elegance and endurance.
Critics’ Notes & Scores
| Critic | Score | Note |
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| Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate | 94+ pts | “Dense and layered, combining power and grace; built for long ageing.” |
| Wine & Spirits | 94 pts | “Beautifully structured with deep fruit and finely tuned tannins.” |
| Wine Spectator | 93 pts | “Fresh and pure, with vivid fruit and tension on the finish.” |
| TastingBook (Aggregate) | 91 pts | “Solid and harmonious; classic Saint-Estèphe expression.” |
Overall, 2006 ranks among Montrose’s most graceful vintages of the decade—less massive than 2005 but displaying greater harmony and early approachability while maintaining the estate’s signature depth.
Ageing & Service
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Maturity Window: 2028 – 2040+
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Decanting: 2 hours recommended for bottles under 20 years old.
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Serving Temperature: 16 – 18 °C (60 – 64 °F).
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Glassware: Large Bordeaux stem to highlight aromatics and texture.
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Pairings: Perfect with roasted lamb, rib-eye steak, venison, or truffle-infused mushroom dishes.
With ideal cellaring conditions, Château Montrose 2006 will continue to evolve gracefully for at least two more decades, offering the polished power and restrained elegance that define the finest expressions of Saint-Estèphe.
Château Montrose 2006
1855 年列級酒莊（二級）｜波爾多．聖愛斯泰夫（Saint-Estèphe）
酒莊故事
Château Montrose 是梅多克（Médoc）地區最具代表性的頂級酒莊之一，於 1855 年被列為二級酒莊，以力量、精準與極佳陳年潛力著稱。2006 年份象徵 Montrose 的新篇章——由布伊格（Bouygues）家族接手，並邀請前 Château Haut-Brion 的釀酒總監 Jean Bernard Delmas 領導技術團隊。
當年經過嚴格的綠色採收（僅保留每株六串葡萄），產量降至 41 公石／公頃，使果實風味極度集中。酒款由 72% Cabernet Sauvignon 與 28% Merlot 調配而成，完美體現聖愛斯泰夫地區深厚礫石與黏土風土，展現 Montrose 經典結構感之餘，更添優雅與芳香純淨。採收時間為 9 月 18 日至 10 月 3 日，天氣條件理想，造就了這款風格均衡、潛力非凡的年份酒。
品酒筆記
酒色： 深石榴紅色澤，邊緣閃耀紅寶石光暈，濃郁且仍保持青春光澤。
香氣： 層次豐富而細膩，前調為黑醋栗、櫻桃與紅莓果香，隨醒酒展現出石墨、雪松、甘草與乾燥紫羅蘭氣息，帶出 Montrose 經典的礦物感。
口感： 中至飽滿酒體，黑醋栗與李子的果味濃縮集中；單寧絲滑緊緻，酸度清新，結構平衡優美，展現力量與細膩兼具的特質。
餘韻： 綿長而優雅，伴隨香料與鐵質礦物氣息，風味層次持續延伸，展現非凡的陳年潛力與高貴氣質。
評分與酒評
| 酒評機構 | 分數 | 評語摘要 |
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| Robert Parker《Wine Advocate》 | 94+ 分 | 結構緊密、層次深厚，兼具力量與優雅，極具陳年價值。 |
| Wine & Spirits | 94 分 | 架構鮮明，果味深邃，單寧細緻均衡。 |
| Wine Spectator | 93 分 | 純淨清新，果味明亮，尾韻富張力。 |
| TastingBook（綜合評價） | 91 分 | 穩定且和諧，展現典型的聖愛斯泰夫風格。 |
整體而言，2006 年份是 Montrose 十年間最優雅細緻的代表之一；雖不若 2005 年壯碩，但展現出更和諧與早熟的特質，同時保持酒莊一貫的深度與張力。
陳年與侍酒建議
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適飲期： 2028 – 2040 年以上
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醒酒時間： 未滿 20 年之酒建議提前醒酒 2 小時
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侍酒溫度： 16 – 18 °C
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酒杯建議： 大型波爾多酒杯以充分展現香氣與質地
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搭配建議： 烤羊排、肋眼牛排、鹿肉或松露蘑菇料理
在理想的酒窖條件下，Château Montrose 2006 將在未來二十年持續演化，展現出力量與優雅並存的經典聖愛斯泰夫風格。
