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Château Montus

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Montus Castle, located in the Southwest region, near the cities of Pau and Tarbes and facing the Pyrenees, is part of the Brumont vineyards, along with Châteaux Bouscassé. The entire vineyard formed by these two properties, Montus and Bouscassé, covers 180 hectares in the Madiran, Pacherenc du Vic Bilh, and Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne appellations.

Alain Brumont, at the head of the Montus Castles and Bouscassé Castle, made numerous changes and achieved what no one had done before him: choosing the best plots for each grape variety, replanting the best grafts, doubling the number of vines per hectare to increase their potential tenfold, reducing yields, and adapting fermentation to each type of grape variety. He was also the first in the appellation to age his wine in new barrels.

The Château Montus wines, and more broadly the Brumont brand, are now considered an up-and-coming, original, and promising label, thanks to its unique concept and style. With wines that improve every year, Alain Brumont's ambition is no longer to simply remain in the "club" of the 100 best winemakers, but to compete among the 20 or 30 best winemakers in the world.

A brief history of Montus wines...

Château Montus, Alain Brumont's vineyard stronghold, covers 180 hectares of vines. It is one of the emblems of the Madiran appellation. Also known as the "Petrus of Madiran," its Montus Prestige cuvée has established the Château's reputation. The estate is also known for its monumental underground cellar, built in 1995. So famous is it that it has been christened the "Cathedral of Tannat," where a total of 2,000 barrels slumber. The estate's wines are regularly recognized by critics, who make a point of highlighting the exceptional elegance of Montus wines.

How are the estate's wines made?

The production of Montus wines is demanding. It requires meticulousness, patience, and rigor to achieve the exceptional taste of these wines.

The winery's flagship red wine is Tyre. It is made from a 10-hectare plot of Tannat grapes. The plot is sloped and well-exposed, and the soil consists entirely of rounded pebbles. More surprisingly, the subsoil is composed of red clay. It is this unique soil that gives the red wine its distinctive taste. The wine is aged in new barrels for 16 months. The winemaking process requires a great deal of patience and expertise. It is this patience that allows the wine to develop such a rich flavor. Over time, notes of mocha, leather, and tobacco leaf emerge. These exceptional notes give it a unique character. This wine is produced from the best terroirs in the vineyard.

A brief history of Madiran...

The wines of Château Montus benefit from a great terroir. This area is unique in the Southwest. It has a steep slope with large pebbles. This land, ideal for wine production, was created in 1985. This wine leaves a lasting impression and surprises the palate. Indeed, it has shaken up the hierarchy of legendary red wines. This wine has been dubbed "the Pétrus of the Southwest" by a multitude of critics.

Where does Montus wine come from?

Montus wine is produced on steep slopes. These slopes are composed of rounded pebbles. The ideal exposure for these lands is south or even southwest. The terroirs are generally well-drained and warm. This ensures that the vines ripen well. The subsoil consists of layers of brown and orange clay. Yields are very low, with 5-6 bunches per vine.

Vinification and aging of Montus wines

The maceration of this type of wine lasts a total of 3 to 6 weeks. This depends on the amount of sunshine the land receives and how ripe the grapes are. Fermentation should reach 28°C to be ideal. The vats where the grapes are placed for fermentation are made of wood. The wine is then aged on lees for 12 to 14 months in new barrels at 60-80%.

What should you pair Montus wine with?

This type of wine is perfect for sharing with all types of connoisseurs. Fans of quality wines will thoroughly enjoy tasting it. This wine is particularly ideal with rib of beef, rack of lamb, duck breast, game, or spicy cuisine. It should be paired with dishes that have character, are spicy, or have a strong flavor.

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