WINE MAKER

Gaëtan Charloux. This Château’s philosophy is somewhat different to many in Bordeaux. In 1990 they constructed the largest underground cellar in the region, locally known as “The Cathedral“. 10 separate vintages are stored at the Château, and wines are only released when they are ready to drink.

SITE

Located in the communes of Blaignan, Ordonnac and Prignac in the Médoc region, 5 miles north-west of St-Estèphe.

GRAPE VARIETY

60 % Merlot,
40 % Cabernet Sauvignon.

SOIL

Stony gravel and limestone-clay.

GROWING METHOD

Elimination of excess buds; leaf stripping as needed. Certification of « Agriculture Raisonnée » awarded in 2006.

SURFACE AREA

36 hectares.

DENSITY

7500 vines / hectare.

VINIFICATION

Hand selection on the vines before picking. Maceration period: 15-25 days, depending on the year, the variety, and the age of the vines.

AGEING

Aged in oak barrels (50% new, 50% one year old) for 12-16 months.