On Thursday, February 5th at 8pm, Café Max opens its doors for an exceptional evening dedicated to one of Bordeaux's greatest names: Château Montrose, 2nd Grand Cru Classé of Saint-Estèphe, and its neighbour Château Tronquoy.
A dinner by Frédéric Vardon
For this evening, Chef Frédéric Vardon has crafted a 5-course menu designed to elevate each cuvée. The house's signature bold classics, reimagined for the occasion with exceptional products.
The menu
| Amuse-bouche | Café Max canapés |
| Starters | Game terrine "Café Max", condiments Crispy pig ears Organic soft-boiled eggs, black truffle soldiers |
| Main | Coq au vin "Sénateur Couteau" style, gratin macaroni |
| Cheese | Brie de Meaux aged by fromagerie Marie-Anne Cantin |
| Dessert | Iced citrus cup with organic Menton citrus fruits |
The wine selection
Seven cuvées for a journey to the heart of Saint-Estèphe. From crisp whites to age-worthy reds, including three legendary Montrose vintages.
🍇 White wines
- • 2019 Château Tronquoy, Bordeaux Blanc
- • 2020 Château Tronquoy, Bordeaux Blanc
🍷 Red wines
- • 2020 Château Tronquoy, Saint-Estèphe
- • 2017 La Dame de Montrose, second wine of Château Montrose
- • 2015 Château Montrose, 2nd Grand Cru Classé Saint-Estèphe
- • 2009 Château Montrose, 2nd Grand Cru Classé Saint-Estèphe
- • 2005 Château Montrose, 2nd Grand Cru Classé Saint-Estèphe
Montrose 2005, 2009 and 2015 on the same table, paired with exceptional bistro cuisine — this is the kind of evening you don't turn down.
— Frédéric Vardon, Chef Owner
€195 / person
5-course menu, wines included
Thursday, February 5, 2026 — 8:00pm
Only 28 seats
Book online
📞 01 47 05 57 66
