Producer >
Château Carbonneau is a family owned and run Château, situated on the eastern limits of the Gironde. The estate straddles the communes of Pessac sur Dordogne and Gensac at an altitude of 75m above sea-level. The 30 ha is split between vines and 20 Aquitaine Blond cattle. The cows have an important part to play in the fertilising of the vines. The Franc de Ferriere family took over the Château in 1992, Wilfred and Jacquie worked hard to renovate the property and vines. Today, their children join them, they are certified organic and will be certified biodynamic this year.
Viticulture >
The property covers 19 hectares,3.5 km west of the town of Saint Emilion. Located on the 45th parallel, Saint Emilion enjoys a moderate ocean climate with warm summers and mild winters. The soils are made up of sand/clay and gravel and the vineyards are planted at 6,600 vines per hectare. They are 35 years old on average and are farmed using sustainable viticulture. The grapes for this wine come from the entire estate and is a blend of Merlot (75%) and Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc (25%).
Winemaking >
% New French Oak
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
14
FRANCE
6
Not Set
Chateau Carbonneau
Organic 
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