Château Smith Haut Lafitte
“Land of Wine and Art” Visit
Because “artisan” contains “art” and “agriculture” contains “culture”, Château Smith Haut Lafitte is a crossroads where craftsmen and artists meet. Come and discover the passion of the winegrower’s trade on a “Land of Wine and Art” visit.
You will have the chance to discover all of the estate’s artisanal know-how, such as barrel making, and you will also discover an art collection built up in step with the vintages. A veritable open-air museum, this château opens its arms to you and also gives you the opportunity to discover its forest of the senses, a walking trail made up of poetic installations and sometimes slightly provocative sculptures, blending real harmony between woods, streams and works of art.
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Château Desmirail
The Bulle Verte “At Desmirail, in the footsteps of Denis Lurton”
Reconnect with nature by strolling independently through their vines. Thanks to a QR code to scan that lets you download an online map on your smartphone, you will discover the secrets of their terroir, the grape varieties that thrive there and the importance of respecting biodiversity. This soothing walk will allow you to immerse yourself fully in the atmosphere of Desmirail.
After this invigorating walk, if you wish, continue this unique experience by booking a visit and tasting of your choice within the château: classic, olfactory, or wines, cheeses and charcuterie.
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Château Lagrange
The vineyard by Méhari (new wine tourism offer)
Set off on an immersive discovery of the vineyard of this 3e Grand Cru Classé aboard a Méhari, an iconic car reinterpreted as a 100% electric model. Tour the estate to learn more about the richness of their terroir, as well as the various actions undertaken to promote biodiversity on the property. From the oldest vines to the highest point of the appellation, by way of the grassed plots and eco-grazed warrens: the Château Lagrange vineyard will hold no more secrets for you. After this immersive visit, you will also discover the cellars and the history of the estate, and finish with a tasting of three of the property’s wines.
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Château Olivier
New wine tourism itinerary with the Bulle Verte
The Château Olivier team has finalised the design of a walking itinerary of the property based on the “Bulle Verte” concept, to discover the history, architecture, wine production and remarkable biodiversity heritage of the château. Thanks to a QR code, visitors will have access to a geolocated itinerary, punctuated by interviews with the owners and employees of the château, with audio descriptions and photos.
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Château Lascombes
Arrival of the new director and oenologist
Mr Axel Heinz has just signed his very first vintage at Lascombes with the 2023.
Born in Munich to a mother from Bordeaux, Axel Heinz developed his passion for wine in this wine region that he loves.
Having studied agronomy with a specialisation in viticulture and oenology in Bordeaux, he gained his first winemaking experience at estates in the Médoc and in Saint-Émilion. In 2005, he became oenologist, then director, of Ornellaia and Masseto in Tuscany. The Lawrence and Carlton McCoy Jr families, the Château’s new owners, have complete confidence in him for the missions just entrusted to him.
They are delighted to have at the head of Lascombes a great specialist who propelled Ornellaia and Masseto to the heights. Axel Heinz is delighted to have the mission of bringing Château Lascombes to the level of the greatest crus. After 18 years spent in Tuscany, he is happy to be coming home and says, “That everything will be done: precise and respectful viticulture and winemaking, refocusing on the heart of the Lascombes terroir, draconian selection and reduction of the volume of grand vin, as well as a new look reflecting the prestige of the cru…”
For Axel Heinz, the main idea now “is to express the great Médoc classicism while respecting the identity of the cru”.
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Château Malartic Lagravière
Malartic in Olympic mode!
On the occasion of this summer’s Olympic Games, Malartic Lagravière is offering a new version of its “Break Gourmand”, with an international menu, “Les 5 Continents”, to taste specialities from around the world, and 3 wines from Vignobles Malartic: a red, a white and an Argentinian wine from DiamAndes. An epicurean break in the heart of their vineyard, to try right now and all summer long!
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Château La Rose Figeac
The little “novelty”
Why the arrival of amphorae at La Rose Figeac?
“Not for decoration, although they are very pretty in my cellar, I admit, and even less for fashion… Let’s not forget that this vessel has existed for 6,000 years; we haven’t invented anything! The reason for this choice is simple. Five years ago, for a particular cause, I produced ‘Le Bouquet de La Rose Figeac’, for which I wanted even more fruit than I had had until then. The amphora seemed to me the right object, and I confirm it. The result meets my expectations entirely, so much so that I can’t wait to tell you what comes next, I am so delighted!” (Nathalie Despagne).
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