Chateau Haut Lagrange.

The passion for the vine and wine has been passed down for 4 generations in the Boutemy family. Château Haut-Lagrange is a family property created in 1989 by Francis Boutemy, in the heart of the Pessac-Léognan appellation. The passion for the vine and wine was transmitted to him by his grandparents, at that time owners of a neighboring classified farm in Léognan. Ghislain Boutemy, son of Francis, now manages the vineyard and winemaking.

The harvest is manual with selection of the grapes in the vineyard and in the winery. From September 13 to October 3. Controlled fermentation at 29°C, maceration for 21 days. It is aged for 16 months in new barrels (oak stave) for 40% of the harvest, it remains in the tank. Bottled 21 months after harvest. Approximately 33,000 bottles are produced, 1,800 Magnums, 1,200 Half Bottles.

Data sheet:

Grape: Cabernet-Sauvignon 55% Merlot 45%

Alcoholic Degree: 14% Vol.

Service Temperature: between 16 and 18ºC.

Bottle: 3L

Tasting Note:

Chateau Haut-Lagrange is dark in color. Elegant on the nose with ripe fruit, blackcurrant, hints of dried fruit and elderberry stews. On the palate, well structured with ripe fruit, good balance, soft and sweet tannins. Rich, balanced wine, with good potential, with very good ripe fruit and freshness. Ideal to pair with red meats and cheeses.