CHÂTEAU MONTAIGUILLON
2021 Montagne Saint Emilion
| Grapes | Cab Sauv, Cab Franc, Merlot |
| Colour | Red |
| Origin | France, Bordeaux |
| District | Right Bank |
| Sub-district | Saint Emilion & Satellites |
| Village | Montagne Saint Emilion |
| ABV | 13.5% |
Simply delicious Bordeaux from the talented young Mathieu Ternault. A recent visit reminded us of the immense quality of the work he is doing here at this well placed family estate. As we stood in front of the winery looking out over the neighbouring properties like Cheval Blanc, VCC and Chateau Petrus who are just over the Barbanne stream, it really brought home the outstanding position of the Montaiguillon vineyards and when you taste this Merlot heavy Claret the quality is clear. Tasting against far greater names this is a standout bargain - elegant, with a lovely weight of fruit - but high toned and very true - this hits all the right notes. A sadly all too rare bargain for this part of the world - this will not disappoint. L&S (Aug 2023)
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DELIVERY SERVICE
We offer free nationwide delivery on all orders over £150 (excluding Highlands & Islands). Express Delivery options also available.Cabernet franc is the grape that brings such an enticing fragrance to right-bank clarets and you feel it here, because there’s a great, 20%, wallop of it in the merlot-anchored blend. There’s also a notable maturity, allowing the wine to unfold like swags of crimson and garnet velvet, with notes of cedar and tobacco. Roast a duck and serve it with sweet potatoes, parsnips and carrots and a bottle of this and you have a feast.Victoria Moore, The Daily Telegraph (Oct 2025)
The 2021 Montaiguillon is an attractive, fruity Montagne Saint-Émilion to drink now and over the next handful of years, while red berry and floral notes remain vibrant. This is an especially understated and aromatic wine for the appellation. Drinking range: 2024 - 2031 Rating: 88 Antonio Galloni, www.vinous.com (Feb 2024)
The 2021 Montaiguillon has a lively bouquet with blackberry, briar and attractive mineral scents. The palate is medium-bodied with fleshy, pliant tannins, well judged acidity and a lightly spiced finish. A fine Montagne Saint-Émilion. Drinking range: 2026 - 2036 Rating: 89-91 Neal Martin, www.vinous.com (May 2022)
Château Montaiguillon
Proudly run by the Amart family since its founding in 1949, Château Montaiguillon has recently entered a new chapter with fourth generation Mathieu Ternault. As a teenager Mathieu came to work for Lea & Sandeman one summer. The quiet days of August meant that when not helping our customers in the Chelsea Branch, he was able to indulge his other great passion - Chess. Calm moments were filled with online chess!
Located at the highest point of Montagne-Saint-Émilion, the estate's 27 hectares of southwest facing vineyards are just across the Barbanne stream from Saint-Émilion’s most celebrated wineries – Cheval Blanc, Petrus, Ausone, and Figeac to name a few.
The vines are primarily Merlot, with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc playing increasingly important roles. In recent years, greater emphasis has been placed on Cabernet Franc, valued for its natural ability to moderate alcohol levels as summers grow warmer in Bordeaux. The wine is aged in 50% French oak barrels, and 50% stainless steel tanks, a balance that preserves vibrant red fruit character and lively acidity while adding texture and complexity. The estate continues to work closely with renowned oenologist Michel Rolland.
Refined, elegant and expressive, this wine is remarkable value for the region and a must try!
Tasting against far greater names this is a exceptional value - elegant, with a lovely weight of fruit - but high toned and very true - this hits all the high notes. A sadly all too rare bargain for this part of the world - this will not disappoint.
Vineyards are planted to 60% Merlot with 20% each of Cabernets Franc and Sauvignon.
A little drop of CLARET
How terribly decent - a selection of box of good, classic, drinkable, everyday claret at a price that won't break the bank and that should tickle your tastebuds. Chin chin.
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