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Château Montus
Château Montuslocated in the South-West region, close to the towns of Pau and Tarbes and facing the Pyrenees, is one 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 Brumonthead of the Châteaux Montus and Château BouscasséHe made many changes and achieved what no one had done before him: choosing the best plots for each grape variety, replanting with the best grafts, doubling the number of vines per hectare to increase their potential tenfold, reducing yields and adapting fermentation to each grape variety. He was also the first in the appellation to age his wine in new barrels.

Visit Château Montus winesAlain Brumont, and the Brumont brand in general, are now considered to be an up-and-coming, original label with a future, thanks to its unique concept and style. With wines improving every year, Alain Brumont's aim is no longer to remain in the "club" of the 100 best winemakers, but to compete with the 20 or 30 best winemakers in the world.

A short history of Montus wines...

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

How are the estate's wines conceived?

The making of Montus wines is demanding. You have to be fussy, patient and rigorous to achieve the exceptional taste of these wines. 
The house's flagship red wine is Tyre. It is made from a 10-hectare parcel of tannat. Sloping and well exposed, the soil of this parcel consists entirely of rolled pebbles. More surprisingly, the subsoil is composed of red clay. It's this unique soil that gives the red wine its distinctive taste. For 16 months, the wine is aged in new barrels. Vinification requires a great deal of patience and know-how. It's this patience that makes the wine so tasty. Over time, notes of mocha, leather and tobacco leaf emerge. These exceptional notes give it a unique character. This wine comes from the best terroirs in the vineyard. 

A short history of Madiran...

Château Montus wines benefit from a great terroir. This area is unique in the South-West. It has a steep slope with large pebbles. The creation of this land, conducive to the development of the wines, took place in 1985. This wine is a real surprise. Indeed, the hierarchy of mythical red wines has been turned upside down. Many critics have dubbed this wine "the Pétrus of the South-West".

Where does Montus wine come from?

Montus wine is made on steep slopes. These slopes are composed of rolled pebbles. The ideal exposure for these soils is South or even South-West. The terroirs are generally draining and warm. In this way, you can be sure that the vines will ripen well. Layered subsoil of brown and orange clays. Very low yields with 5-6 bunches per vine.

Vinification and ageing of Montus wines

Maceration for this type of wine lasts a total of 3 to 6 weeks. This depends on the amount of sunshine in the soil and whether the grapes are more or less ripe. Fermentation must reach 28°C to be ideal. The vats in which the grapes are placed for fermentation are made of wood. The wine is then aged on its lees for 12 to 14 months in 60-80% new barrels.

What to serve Montus wine with?

This type of wine can be enjoyed by connoisseurs of all kinds. Fans of quality wines will be delighted. This wine is ideal with prime rib, rack of lamb, duck breast, game or spicy cuisine. It should be paired with dishes that have character, spiciness or a pronounced taste.
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Château Montus - Madiran 2020

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92/100 Vinous

(2019 vintage notes)
tannat
structured
duck confit
favorite

"Nicknamed the Petrus of the Southwest, it ticks all the boxes of a great terroir wine!"

Château Montus 2020 offers delicious aromas of black fruits (blackberry, blueberry, blackcurrant), both crunchy and jammy, with hints of spice (black pepper) and flowers (violet). The same aromatic framework as on the nose is found on the palate, in a velvety, enveloping texture, with coated tannins that still need a little time to refine (drink from 2027). Favorite 1jour1vin (tasted in February 2025)!

Château Montus - Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh 2019

16,5/20 Jancis Robinson

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93/100 RVF

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92+/100 Robert Parker

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92/100 Vinous

petit courbu
complex
cheeses

"Quite simply, a great white (Le Guide RVF 2025)".

"It reminds me of Graves - the combination of oak, malolactic fermentation and citrus. Full-bodied but not heavy, oaky but not chaotic. Complex and succulent, with long, persistent fruit on the finish. A real find! Certainly a little mysterious from the point of view of appellation and grape variety." (Jancis Robinson 2024)

Château Montus - Le Pinot Noir 2018

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5/5 (1 avis)

93/100 RVF

pinot noir
silky
balanced
red berries
grills
osso bucco

« Le Pinot Noir 2018 expose un profil bourguignon au pied des Pyrénées : rondeur, finesse et complexité, PH bas et 40% de vendange entière. » (Le Guide RVF 2024). Dernier né du Château Montus, Le Pinot Noir 2018 présente un nez riche et aromatique, sur des notes de fruits rouges, mêlées aux arômes subtils d'un élevage en barriques. Ample, la bouche montre un bel équilibre, avec une trame fine et élégante aux tanins soyeux. Vin à l'image de son terroir !

Château Montus - Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh 2015

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4.3/5 (3 avis)

92/100 Wine Enthusiast

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90/100 RVF

courbu
complex
foie gras
ready to drink

"It's impressive how slowly Petit Courbu ages. Still rich in fruit, this wine is just beginning to ripen, bringing bitter almonds to broaden the fruit and acidity. The wine is now ready to drink. (Wine Enthusiast 2022). Enjoy with foie gras or Roquefort soufflé...

Château Montus - Madiran Cuvée Prestige 2012

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3.7/5 (3 avis)

94/100 Wine Enthusiast

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1*Étoile Hachette

tannat
generous
rich
ripe fruit
red meat

« Des tanins sombres enveloppent encore ce vin riche. Ce cœur sec est accompagné de fruits mûrs et d'une structure solide. Ce vin, issu du domaine de Madiran, est conçu pour un vieillissement long. À boire dès maintenant, mais pour un meilleur effet, attendez 2023. » (Wine Enthusiast 2021). Un caractère atypique, généreux, un vin riche et opulent... Un très beau Madiran ! Livraison en caisse bois pour toute commande de 6 bouteilles de ce vin (Hors mode de livraison Point Relais)

Château Montus - Vintage 2011 (50cl)

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4.7/5 (3 avis)

16,5/20 Gault & Millau

(2010 vintage notes)

Le Tannat offre ici, par sa concentration et sa richesse en polyphénols, une sensation unique et un style nouveau, avec un potentiel de garde comparable aux Portos Vintage. Une cuvée rare à ne pas rater !

Château Montus - La Tyre 2010

16/20 RVF

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16,5/20 Bettane & Desseauve

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16,5/20 Gault & Millau

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2*Coup de Coeur Hachette

"The color is dense and deep. It heralds the intensity of the bouquet, inhabited by a noble woodiness inherited from twenty-four months in barrel, which mingles with ripe fruit on aeration. The palate attacks with suavity and greed, before revealing plenty of chewiness and consistency, as well as pleasant freshness. It's framed by solid tannins and controlled oak, which underpins the structure without overpowering the wine, and adds extra complexity. In short, a perfectly balanced Madiran, to be cellared for four or five years". (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2015)

Château Montus - XL 1998

Produite uniquement à l’occasion des grands millésimes, cette cuvée XL voit les meilleurs Tannat séjourner 40 mois en fûts ! Un vin riche et profond, offrant beaucoup de complexité et de concentration au nez, une bouche très élégante avec une finale sur la fraîcheur et l’harmonie... Une cuvée rare !