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AOC Montagne-Saint-Émilion: A Terroir of Excellence. Explore AOC Montagne-Saint-Émilion, an appellation known for its characterful red wines. Discover the specifics of this wine region and the wonders it has to offer.

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AOC Montagne Saint-Émilion: Everything You Need to Know About the Wines of This Appellation

History of the AOC Montagne Saint-Émilion Appellation

The AOC Montagne Saint-Émilion, nestled in the heart of the prestigious Saint-Émilion vineyard in the Bordeaux region, boasts a long winemaking history. This exceptional terroir, recognized for its ancestral expertise, has been nurtured by generations of passionate winemakers. The appellation spans the territory of Montagne, one of the largest communes in the region, and is one of the four satellites of AOC Saint-Émilion, along with Puisseguin, Lussac, and Saint-Georges.

Climate and Terroir of the AOC Montagne Saint-Émilion Appellation

  • Climate: The Bordeaux vineyard benefits from a temperate oceanic climate, with some continental influences. The well-defined seasons promote the optimal development of the grapes.
  • Soils: The terroir is characterized by a diversity of soils, ranging from clays to sands over a limestone subsoil, providing a wide variety of expressions for Merlot, the dominant grape of the appellation.

Merlot: The Signature Grape of AOC Montagne Saint-Émilion

Merlot, the main grape of AOC Montagne Saint-Émilion, is complemented by Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. These red grape varieties produce smooth and fruity wines with remarkable aging potential, a hallmark of the great wines from the Bordeaux region.

Style of AOC Montagne Saint-Émilion Wine

Appearance: AOC Montagne Saint-Émilion red wines display a garnet red color with purple hues.

Aroma: The aromatic bouquet is rich and complex, marked by ripe black fruit aromas (cherry, blackcurrant), plums, and accompanied by spicy and woody notes (vanilla, chocolate).

Taste: On the palate, AOC Montagne Saint-Émilion wines show roundness and mature, velvety tannins. Fruit flavors blend with vanilla and toasted nuances from barrel aging.

Serving Temperature: Ideal between 16°C and 18°C (60°F - 64°F).

Aging Potential: These wines have excellent aging potential, improving and becoming more complex over 5 to 8 years (or even longer depending on the château and vintage).

Best Food and Wine Pairings with AOC Montagne Saint-Émilion Wine

Follow this guide to create the best food and wine pairings with a bottle of Bordeaux red wine from a domain or château in AOC Montagne Saint-Émilion:

  • Côte de bœuf à la bordelaise (Bordeaux-style beef rib)
  • Cassoulet
  • Duck breast
  • Roasted leg of lamb