Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste
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Profile of Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste, 5e Grand Cru Classé in Pauillac. The Borie family manages this 63 ha winegrowing estate, with grape varieties dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon. Visits by appointment.
Identity
Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste is a winegrowing estate located in Pauillac. It is owned by the Borie family, with François-Xavier Borie as owner, and his children, Emeline Borie and Pierre-Antoine Borie, as co-owners and managing directors. Estate management is led by Ms Emeline Borie, while Mr Pierre-Antoine Borie also serves as managing director. The technical team includes Ms Christel Spinner as R&D director and oenologist, Mr Benoît Estassy as cellar master, and Mr Antonio Flores as vineyard manager. The consultant oenologist is Mr Eric Boissenot.
History and philosophy
Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste was classified as a Cinquième Grand Cru in 1855. The Borie family acquired the property in 1978. Tillage is carried out mechanically, and plant protection treatments are kept to a strict minimum.
Appellations
Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste produces wines under the Pauillac appellation.
Practical information
Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste is located in Pauillac (BP 82, 33250). Visits are available by appointment. To contact the estate, call +33 (0)5 56 59 06 66 or send an email to dfxb@domainesfxborie.com. The estate does not offer accommodation, catering, direct cellar-door sales, or mail-order sales.
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Official estate websiteFrequently asked questions
- What is the primary appellation of Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste and where is it located?
- Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Pauillac. It produces wines under the Pauillac appellation, which is its primary appellation. The château is specifically located in Pauillac (BP 82, 33250), at the heart of this prestigious wine region renowned for the quality of its grands crus. This appellation guarantees the geographical provenance and production standards of the estate's wines.
- What are the grape varieties and size of the Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste vineyard?
- The Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste vineyard extends over 63 hectares—or 60 hectares according to certain sources—and is characterised by grape varieties dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon (75%). It also includes Merlot (20%) and Cabernet Franc (5%). The soils consist of very deep gravel on rolling terrain. The planting density is 10,000 vines per hectare, and the average vine age is 38 years, contributing to the quality and concentration of the grapes.
- Who are the current owners of Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste and what is its historical classification?
- Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste is owned by the Borie family. François-Xavier Borie is the owner, and his children, Emeline Borie and Pierre-Antoine Borie, are co-owners and managing directors. Historically, the estate was ranked as a Cinquième Grand Cru in 1855, reflecting the longstanding recognition and excellence of its wines. The Borie family acquired the property in 1978, perpetuating its fine winegrowing heritage.
- How are the wines of Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste vinified and aged?
- The harvest at Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste is carried out exclusively by hand. The picked grapes undergo two meticulous sorting steps: first before destemming, and a second selection afterwards, ensuring the highest quality of fruit. Maceration lasts approximately three weeks. Ageing then takes place in French oak barrels for 16 to 18 months, with 75% new oak, enhancing the aromatic complexity and structural elegance of the wines.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard spans 63 hectares—or 60 hectares according to other sources—in a single continuous block around the château, within a total estate of 90 hectares. The soils consist of very deep gravel on undulating terrain. Planting density is 10,000 vines per hectare. The average vine age is 38 years. The grape varieties comprise 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, and 5% Cabernet Franc. The rootstocks used are Riparia Gloire and 101.14.
Flagship cuvées
The estate's Grand Vin is Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste, a wine from the Pauillac appellation. The second wine of the estate is Lacoste-Borie.
Vinification and ageing
The harvest is carried out entirely by hand. The grapes undergo two successive sortings, before and after destemming. Maceration lasts approximately three weeks. Ageing takes place in French oak barrels for 16 to 18 months, with 75% new oak.
- Appellation
- Pauillac
- Commune
- Pauillac
- Wine region
- Médoc
- Classification
- 5e Cru Classé 1855
- Owner
- François-Xavier Borie
- Technical direction
- M. Benoît ESTASSY
- Surface area
- 90 ha
- Second wine
- Lacoste-Borie
- Grape varieties
- Cabernet Sauvignon 75%, Merlot 20%, Cabernet Franc 5%
Practical information
- Address
- BP 82, 33250 Pauillac
- Phone
- +33556590666
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Oui sur rendez-vous