Chateau Montrose is situated five kilometers north of Pauillac in Saint-Estephe, on a very well-drained and ideally exposed gravelly outcrop which runs for over a kilometer along the Gironde estuary. The 95-hectare (234-acre) vineyard surrounds the chateau, the winery, and the outbuildings, planted to a mix of grape varieties with Cabernet Sauvignon making up 60% of the vines, with parcels of Merlot (32%), Cabernet Franc (6%) and Petit Verdot (2%).

Succeeding three generations of the Charmolue family, Martin and Olivier Bouygues acquired Chateau Montrose in 2006. Acquiring a love of Montrose wines from their father, and keenly aware of the potential of its unique terroir, they decided to invest in their passion. Under their management, Montrose entered the 21st century with a spectacular reconstruction.

This great, predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon wine is typical of the Saint-Estephe appellation. With rigorous selection in both the vineyard and the winery, Chateau Montrose is structured and tannic, yet possesses the elegance and refinement of a Grand Cru Classe. With time, it develops a delicate and complex bouquet.

The best vintages of Montrose are exceptionally long-lived, with certain vintages (1921, 1929, 1982, 1990, and 2009) considered to be legendary. The blend is roughly equivalent to the vineyard plantings - 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, with the balance from Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The wine is matured for 18 months in 60% new oak barrels.

The 2003 Montrose is a remarkable Bordeaux Blend from the St Estephe region of Bordeaux, France. This wine exhibits a deep, intense red color that is visually captivating. It has a classic cork closure, which adds to the overall elegance of the bottle.

On the nose, the 2003 Montrose offers a complex bouquet of blackberry, boysenberry, iris flower, loam, and clove. These aromas intertwine to create a captivating olfactory experience. The wine expertly balances fruit and earthy notes, making it a truly intriguing and multi-dimensional wine.

The palate of the 2003 Montrose is medium-bodied with grainy, grippy tannins. It is powerful and robust, showcasing the wine's aging potential. The flavors of blackberry, cassis, and black plum dominate the palate, while notes of vanilla, cedar, and black pepper add layers of complexity. The wine expertly integrates these flavors, resulting in a harmonious and well-balanced wine.

Critics have praised the 2003 Montrose for its exceptional quality. Wine Spectator awarded it a score of 95, noting its austere, racy profile and drive. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate gave it an impressive score of 98, highlighting its pure blackberry and graphite aromas, as well as its medium-bodied palate with seamless fruit and tannins. This wine has also been lauded by other critics, such as James Suckling, who described it as the most exciting Montrose ever made, and Jeb Dunnuck, who awarded it a score of 99, praising its richness, structure, and aging potential.

Overall, the 2003 Montrose is a remarkable wine that showcases the best of the St Estephe region in Bordeaux. With its complexity, power, and aging potential, it is a wine that will continue to evolve and impress for many years to come.