Our relationship with the Baron de Montfort estates is one that began more than 20 years ago while living and working in France. However, in regards to world of wine, didn’t begin until 2008. While working for a large French manufacturing company in the early 90’s, Peter met and befriended Bertrand de Sercey, who was then one of the export managers at the company. At the conclusion of the project, goodbyes were said and each went their own separate ways. Little did we expect that 20 years later at a wine convention in the United States, we would meet again in a strange twist of fate. We were once again back in the same line of business, as I would soon learn that Bertrand’s family owns and operates several prestigious vineyards in Bordeaux. After tasting these wonderful wines, I knew we had to share them with our friends, family and customers, and toast the newest chapter in the Sercey-Grisley friendship.With a total of 66 hectares, 16 in AOC Saint Emilion Grand Cru, and the remaining 50 in AOC Cotes de Castillon, the Baron de Montfort estates produce classic Bordeaux wines in arguably the most prestigious wine region in the world.
Chateau de Monbadon was built in the early 14th century with Chateau Lagrange-Monbadon sitting at the base of the feudal castle, while Chateau du Rocher contains some of the oldest growths in Saint Etienne de Lisse. The clay and limestone soil at all three estates are perfectly suited for producing the Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc varieties that thrive in Bordeaux.