Château la Tour de Bessan
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Located in Margaux-Cantenac, Château La Tour de Bessan is managed by Marie-Laure Lurton. Founded in the 13th century, the estate is certified Terra Vitis and HVE 3, producing wines in the Margaux appellation.
Identity
Château La Tour de Bessan is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Margaux-Cantenac. It is managed by Marie-Laure Lurton.
History and philosophy
The origins of the estate date back to the 13th century, with the construction of the tower in 1250 by Jehan Colomb, Lord of Soussans. This tower was built to protect the lord and his family. The Colomb family held the property until 1390, before the Seigneurs de Mons took ownership in 1488.
In 1972, Lucien Lurton acquired the estate. Marie-Laure Lurton took over the management of Château La Tour de Bessan in 1992. In 1999, extensive renovation work was carried out on the building, including the installation of a vat room, a cellar, and a tasting room, overseen by architect Vincent Defos du Rau.
The estate has been certified Terra Vitis since 2003 and holds Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE 3) certification.
Appellations
Château La Tour de Bessan produces wines under the Margaux appellation.
Practical information
Château La Tour de Bessan is located at 45 route d’Arsac, 33460 Margaux-Cantenac. Visits and tastings are available by appointment at weekends. The estate offers an approach focused on sharing expertise and demystifying Bordeaux wines. Tours are subject to a fee and include a tasting of two wines. The estate accommodates groups of up to 30 people. Languages spoken for tours are French, German, English, and Italian. Pets are not allowed.
For any enquiries, the estate can be contacted by telephone on +33 5 57 88 84 23 or by email at receptif@marielaurelurton.com.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château La Tour de Bessan located?
- Château La Tour de Bessan is located in the commune of Margaux-Cantenac, at 45 route d’Arsac, 33460 Margaux-Cantenac. Its vineyard spans the communes of Soussans, Arsac, and Cantenac in the Bordeaux region. This geographical setting contributes to the unique character of its terroir and wines.
- Who is the current owner of Château La Tour de Bessan?
- The current owner and manager of Château La Tour de Bessan is Marie-Laure Lurton. She took the helm of the estate in 1992, carrying on the family legacy after Lucien Lurton acquired the property in 1972. Her expertise guides the development and crafting of the château's wines.
- What environmental certifications does the estate hold?
- Château La Tour de Bessan holds two major environmental certifications: Terra Vitis since 2003 and Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE 3). These accreditations attest to the estate's commitment to winegrowing practices that respect the environment and biodiversity, promoting sustainable vineyard management.
- Can you visit Château La Tour de Bessan for wine tastings?
- Yes, Château La Tour de Bessan offers visits and tastings by appointment at weekends. Tours are subject to a fee and include a tasting of two of the estate's wines. The château accommodates groups of up to 30 people, with guided tours available in French, German, English, and Italian. Please note that pets are not permitted during visits.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard of Château La Tour de Bessan extends across the communes of Soussans, Arsac, and Cantenac. The soil consists of Pyrenean gravel with varying proportions of clay. Petit Verdot was introduced to the grape varieties in 2012.
Key cuvées
The wines of Château La Tour de Bessan, crafted under the Margaux appellation, reflect the characteristic style of their terroir. They are made to express both structure and finesse.
Vinification and ageing
No specific information regarding vinification and ageing practices is documented for this estate.
- Appellation
- Margaux
- Commune
- Margaux-Cantenac
- Wine region
- Médoc
- Owner
- Marie-Laure Lurton
- Technical direction
- Marie-Laure Lurton
- Certifications
- HVE, Terra Vitis
Practical information
- Address
- 45 route d’Arsac, 33460 MARGAUX-CANTENAC
- Phone
- +33557888423
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Week-end uniquement sur rendez-vous
- Visits
- Partage de savoir-faire et passion, démystification des vins de Bordeaux.