Château Montus - Madiran - La Tyre 2015

Keywords :  Power / Complexity / Aging potential

The wine : There are wines that leave a lasting impression. La Tyre 2015 from Château Montus clearly belongs to this category. From an exceptional plot perched on steep hillsides, this cuvée embodies Alain Brumont’s vision: to reveal all the nobility of the Tannat grape variety in its deepest and most elegant form. The 2015 vintage, particularly sunny and generous, here gives rise to a wine of remarkable intensity, while maintaining impressive precision and balance. From the very first nose, the aromatic richness is expressed with finesse: ripe black fruits, notes of licorice, spices, then more complex nuances of cocoa, tobacco, and truffle as it breathes. On the palate, the texture is dense and structured, supported by powerful yet perfectly controlled tannins. The whole is ample, deep, with an impressive length.

Here is a truly great characterful wine made for aging and which will fully reveal itself over time. La Tyre is indeed an exceptional cuvée, to be reserved for special occasions or for enthusiasts seeking intense emotions. A bottle that alone embodies the Madiran AOC and the expertise of an iconic estate. Divine pairings with red meats, stews, or game !

Volume : 75cl

Type : Red wine

Grape variety : Tannat

AOC : Madiran

Aging potential : Ready to drink now and can be kept until 2050

Serving temperature : 16-18°C

The estate : There is no need to introduce Alain Brumont ! As an iconic figure of the Madiran appellation, he has managed in 40 years to elevate his estates to the top of the South-West region and highlight the incredible potential of the local Tannat grape variety. 

It all began in 1979 when he inherited the family's 17 hectares of Château Bouscassé. Then, in the early 1980s, he acquired Château Montus and met Baron Philippe de Rothschild at Château Mouton-Rothschild (Grand Cru Classé of the Pauillac AOC): it was a turning point. Particularly inspired by their exchanges, he now openly displays his vision of producing great wines in Madiran, an appellation then mainly known for its rustic wines.

The first vintage of Château Montus in 1982 caused a sensation: the press praised the work accomplished while the French and international markets discovered a noble, powerful wine with definite aging potential. Since then, the man has never stopped searching for and selecting the best terroirs of his native region.Today, heading up 250 hectares, the Brumont Vineyards continue to be an absolute benchmark throughout the South-West, and Alain, although still involved, has now handed over the reins of the estate to his son-in-law Antoine Veiry. Discover their magnificent cuvées here, you won't regret it !