Chateau Cote Montpezat is a large, 30 hectare estate in the Cotes de Bordeaux appellation that is owned by Dominique Bessineau. Dominique Bessineau purchased the Chateau Cote Montpezat vineyard in 1989. However, the estate has a long history in the region. In fact, the original chateau was constructed in the 1600's.

The 30 hectare Cotes de Bordeaux vineyard of Cote Montpezat is planted to 70% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon for the production of the red wine. The vines in their Right Bank vineyard are 30 years of age on average. The vineyard is planted to a vine density of 5,500 vines per hectare. The terroir is clay and limestone soils.

Vinification for the red wine takes place in stainless steel vats. Malolactic fermentation takes place in barrel. The wine of Chateau Cote Montpezat is 30% new, French, oak barrels, although some American oak can also be used. On average, the production of Chateau Cote Montpezat is about 6,000 cases per vintage.

Chateau Montpezat is best paired with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised and grilled dishes. Chateau Montpezat is also good when matched with Asian dishes, hearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms and pasta.