Château Lestage is located in Montagne, in the commune of Montagne (Gironde), within the Montagne-Saint-Émilion appellation. The estate covers approximately 18 hectares of vineyards. It is described as being situated "on the summit of the highest mountain in Montagne Saint-Émilion." Soil types: clay (argile), limestone ("calcaire"), loamy sand ("sable limoneux"), and marl ("margelle"), which is compared to typical soils of the Pomerol region. The main grape variety is Merlot. For example, the 2018 "Très Vieilles Vignes" version is 100% Merlot. Style: richly fruity, with metric notes of Merlot such as blackberry, black cherry, and blueberry, often with a "jammy" texture, more concentrated than light. Maturation: oak ageing is suggested for certain cuvées (“10 months in French oak barrels” for the 2018 Très Vieilles Vignes) Serving temperature & ageing potential: Typically 16-18°C and drinkability varies; e.g. the 2018 was stated as being best to drink from 2020 and to age until around 2034.