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Buy OnlineFamily-owned since its inception, Bernard Coste is the 11th generation in charge of Domaine Montrose. His son Olivier joined him in 2009. Together, they utilise 300 years of history and tradition to produce wines of elegance and excellence. The domaine is located in Côtes de Thongue, in the Languedoc region, just a few kilometres from Pézenas and the Mediterranean Sea. Côtes de Thongue is a small appellation made up of about fifty producers. The producers of this wine appellation have declined in using the official AOC certification in order to ensure their freedom to produce wines of their liking. This appellation has a Mediterranean climate: cold and dry winter, hot and dry summer, humid spring and fall. Montrose vines are grown on soils that are typical for this appellation: Villafranchian terraces (small round pebbles), clay-limestone, and basalt.
This wine may seem familiar, and we have worked with the Domaine before, but it has a new name/label this year. This is because, for some time, Château Montrose Saint Estèphe has been waging war against Domaine Montrose. Even though they’ve peacefully coexisted for many decades, the Château sued. They want people to believe that Domaine Montrose is taking advantage of their notoriety to sell their wines. The courts have ruled in the Domaine's favour twice, highlighting its lengthy existence and good faith. Domaine Montrose was founded in the 16th century in the Languedoc, while Château Montrose was created in 1820 in Bordeaux. They also make no rosé. But, in order to minimise risk and headache, Domaine Montrose has edited their rosé label.
Winery notes (2024 Vintage)
"Since 1701 our family is established at Domaine Montrose, in the South of France. Rosé is our emblematic wine. Winemakers looking for elegance and conviviality, a predestined name, continuous efforts to improve quality…there are many reasons for its success.
Light pink colour. Red berries and citrus flavours. Elegant wine combining roundness and freshness."
90/100 & Best Buy, Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast, July 2024 (2024 Vintage)
"Very pale in the glass, this bottling from southern France offers soft aromas of baby powder, rose petal and sunny days in a flower garden, proving rather elegant on the nose. The palate is zippy at first and then broadens into red pear and nectarine flavours across a soft texture."
