Château Montfollet - Blaye Le Valentin rouge 2023
91/100
James Suckling
90/100
Wine Enthusiast
1*Étoile
Hachette
Médaille d'Or
Concours Lyon
Médaille d'or
Vinalies Internationales - Paris
Médaille d'Or
Concours Féminalise
"This bestseller has once again been awarded three gold medals!"
"This is a lovely, well-structured wine, with rich aromas of dark fruits—blackcurrant in particular—and some woody notes. With rich tannins, it is powerful and has a long finish; it will need to mellow further before pairing well with flavorful meats." (Hachette Guide 2026)
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Eye
Deep black color
Nose
Crisp aromas of black plum and blackcurrant, with notes of oak, dried herbs, and spices
Palate
A powerful, well-structured wine with rich tannins and a flavorful, lingering finish
Serve
At 16-17°C
Open
2 hours before
Drink starting at
2027
Drink before
2033
Production
30,000 bottles
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with a grilled ribeye steak, osso bucco, or aged cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated 2*Stars (A solid, recommendable production, though a bit more consistent and uniform than the previous one)
About the estate:
The 67 hectares of vineyards on this family-owned estate overlook the Gironde estuary, directly across from Margaux’s most prestigious wines. Committed to unlocking the potential of these magnificent terroirs while respecting the environment, Dominique Raimond employs every possible method of cultivation and winemaking to produce a great wine from the Blaye region. The whites are generally very aromatic, with lovely structure and a perfect balance of freshness. The Côtes-de-Bourg “Cuvée Altus” is always top-notch, as is the grand vin from Blaye-Côtes-de-Bordeaux. A flagship estate in both appellations. Montfollet is part of the Châteaux Solidaires association, which brings together ten winemakers from the Blayais region who maintain their own identities while sharing cellars and equipment in a cooperative spirit. Château Haut-Prieur, a member of this association, is superb in the 2016 vintage.
Decanter
Rated Estate Recommended
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine noted (guide 2026) 1*Star (Very successful wine)
Rated Estate (2022 Guide) Award-Winning Wines (This producer's wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the wine:
This is a lovely, well-structured wine, bursting with rich aromas of dark fruits—blackcurrant in particular—and a few woody notes. With rich tannins, it’s powerful and has a long finish; it will need to mellow further before pairing well with flavorful meats. 2028–2033
About the estate:
Château Montfollet, one of the leading estates in the Blayais and Bourgeais regions, has been managed since 1991 by Dominique Raimond, who also owns several other châteaux: Haut Lalande, Graulet, Merigot, Haut Grela, and Puy d’Amour. Dominique Raimond is a member of the Cars cooperative (founded in 1937), renamed “Châteaux solidaires” in 2011, which vinifies the harvests of about ten member châteaux—selected through a very rigorous process—separately.
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated (2025 guide) 90/100
Rated Estate (2021 Guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
About the wine:
Barrel aging gives this wine its toasty aroma and spicy texture. It is a full-bodied wine with firm tannins and a dry mid-palate. Notes of black fruit envelop the wine’s density, giving it a juicy character. Best enjoyed starting in 2027.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2025 guide) 91/100
Rated winery (2021 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
A robust, juicy, and lively blend of 70% Merlot and 30% Malbec. The nose reveals notes of black plum, bark, dried herbs, and baking spices. Medium-bodied, it features fine, firm tannins. A hint of spice on the mid-palate complements the structured, powerful mouthfeel and the savory, lingering finish. Ready to drink now or for aging.
Concours Lyon
Rated wine (2024 guide) Gold Medal
Vinalies Internationales - Paris
Rated wine (2024 guide) Gold Medal
Concours Mondial des Vins Féminalise
Rated wine (2024 guide) Gold Medal
Customer Rating
3.8/5
based on 4 reviews
Review by Mr. PASCAL H. Published on May 21, 2026
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Review by Mr. GILLES T. Published on February 25, 2026
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