Vintage
Particularly mild weather during February and March favoured a very early bud-break in the vines. But at the end of April, a serious spell of frost put a stop to the fast vegetation growth of the vines. Around 40% of the Bordeaux vineyard was hit. Mostly planted on naturally protected terroirs, our vines were largely spared frost damage. High temperatures during May brought about an early and even flowering. A hot and dry summer followed which favoured the development of high quality grapes. The conditions for grape health were good, and we were able to look forward without fear to achieving the desired ripeness levels. The harvest began in fine weather, and grapes of pure, vibrant fruit character were brought in.
Growing methods
Pruning down to 8 buds for the old vines and to 6 buds for the young vines. Thinning, leaf-stripping. Grapes picked and sorted by hand.
Vinification
Temperature controlled wooden vats. Malolactic fermentation in barrels.
Harvest
from 21/09 to 02/10
Aging
50% new oak, 50% one year old barrels for 18 months
Surface area
13.5 hectares
Average age of the vines
48 years
Blend
65% merlot, 18% cabernet franc, 17% cabernet sauvignon
Yields
22 hl/ha
