Château Ballan-Larquette
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Château Ballan-Larquette, owned by Vignobles Chaigne et Fils, is a family-run winegrowing estate located in Saint-Laurent-du-Bois. Certified organic since 2022 and HVE3-certified, it produces a range of red, dry and sweet white, and rosé Bordeaux AOP wines.
Identity
Château Ballan-Larquette is a family-run winegrowing estate owned by Vignobles Chaigne et Fils. It is situated in the commune of Saint-Laurent-du-Bois.
History and philosophy
Vignobles Chaigne et Fils is committed to viticulture focused on quality and authenticity. The estate began its conversion to organic farming in 2019, with the 2020 and 2021 vintages produced in conversion. Organic certification was achieved with the 2022 vintage.
Appellations
The wines of Château Ballan-Larquette are produced under the Bordeaux AOP and Bordeaux Supérieur AOP appellations. Certain cuvées are also crafted under the Vin de France appellation.
Practical information
The estate does not offer direct cellar-door sales, but mail-order purchases are available. Visits are by appointment only.
Telephone: 05 5676 46 02
Email: regis@chaigne.fr
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Official estate websiteFrequently asked questions
- Which appellations are produced at Château Ballan-Larquette?
- Château Ballan-Larquette produces wines under several appellations, primarily Bordeaux AOP and Bordeaux Supérieur AOP. Some cuvées are also crafted under the Vin de France appellation. The estate offers a diverse range of red, rosé, dry white, and sweet white wines, showcasing the variety of its production.
- What is special about the terroir of Château Ballan-Larquette?
- The Château Ballan-Larquette vineyard spans 27 hectares, characterised by clay-limestone soils. Situated in the commune of Saint-Laurent-du-Bois in the Entre-Deux-Mers region, this soil composition enhances the expression of the various grape varieties and brings distinctiveness to the estate's wines.
- What are the estate's environmental commitments?
- Vignobles Chaigne et Fils is committed to environmentally friendly viticulture and holds Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE3) certification. Additionally, the estate has been certified organic since the 2022 vintage, following a conversion process started in 2019. This dual certification reflects their focus on quality and authenticity through sustainable practices.
- Can you buy wines directly at Château Ballan-Larquette?
- Château Ballan-Larquette does not offer direct cellar-door sales; however, mail-order purchases are available. For those wishing to visit the estate, tours are by appointment only. You can contact the property by telephone or email to request information or arrange a visit.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard spans 27 hectares on clay-limestone soils. The estate is located in the Entre-Deux-Mers region. Viticulture is certified Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE3) and organic since the 2022 vintage.
Flagship cuvées
The estate produces a diverse range of wines: reds, rosés, dry whites, and sweet whites.
Château Ballan-Larquette Rouge
This red wine is crafted primarily from Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. It is made using total destemming. Its ageing potential spans from 2020 to 2030.
Château Ballan-Larquette Marie-Louise Blanc
This cuvée is a dry white wine, made from equal parts Sauvignon and Sémillon. Its ageing potential is generally 2 to 5 years, with aromas evoking apricot, melon, citrus, and white flowers.
Irrésistible Moelleux
This sweet white wine is predominantly crafted from Sauvignon Gris (70%). The winemaking process includes complete destemming. This cuvée was awarded a Silver Medal at the Concours Général Agricole de Paris in 2023 for the 2022 vintage.
Château Ballan-Larquette Clairet
This rosé wine under the Bordeaux AOP Clairet appellation can be enjoyed between 2023 and 2029.
Le Bonbon de Lestang
This certified organic cuvée is a rosé Vin de France made from the Malbec grape variety.
Encore Soif Cabernet-Malbec
This red wine is a blend of Cabernet and Malbec.
Vinification and ageing
The red wines undergo full destemming before vinification. The white wines are aged on total lees. Ageing may be carried out in concrete/cement vats.
- Appellations
- Vin de France, Bordeaux, Bordeaux Supérieur
- Commune
- Saint-Laurent-du-Bois
- Owner
- Vignobles Chaigne et Fils
- Surface area
- 27 ha
- Certifications
- Bio, HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon, Sémillon, Sauvignon gris 70%, Malbec, Cabernet
Practical information
- Address
- 33540 SAINT-LAURENT DU BOIS
- Phone
- 05 5676 46 02
- regis@chaigne.fr
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Oui sur rendez-vous