Château la Tour Haut-Brion
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Fact sheet on Château la Tour Haut-Brion, a Cru Classé de Graves owned by Domaine Clarence Dillon SAS and led by Prince Robert de Luxembourg, featuring a 5.05-hectare vineyard in Pessac Cedex.
Identity
Château la Tour Haut-Brion is a Cru Classé de Graves. It is owned by Domaine Clarence Dillon SAS, under the management of Prince Robert de Luxembourg. The estate is located in Pessac Cedex.
History and philosophy
Château la Tour Haut-Brion is recognised as a Cru Classé de Graves. It is part of the portfolio of estates held by Domaine Clarence Dillon SAS.
Appellations
The estate produces wines under the Graves appellation.
Flagship wines
Château la Tour Haut-Brion is renowned for its red wine made from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, truly characteristic of its appellation.
Winemaking and ageing
The grapes are harvested by hand, ensuring a rigorous selection of the fruit.
Practical information
Château la Tour Haut-Brion can be contacted by telephone on 05 56 00 29 30. For all enquiries, the email address is info@haut-brion.com. Visits are available by appointment, from Monday to Thursday between 8:30 am and 11:00 am and from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm, and on Friday from 8:30 am to 11:30 am. The estate does not offer on-site accommodation, nor direct sales at the property or mail order.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the main appellation of Château la Tour Haut-Brion?
- Château la Tour Haut-Brion produces its wines under the Graves appellation d'origine contrôlée, located in the Bordeaux region.
- Who owns Château la Tour Haut-Brion?
- Château la Tour Haut-Brion is owned by Domaine Clarence Dillon SAS. The estate is managed by Prince Robert de Luxembourg.
- What is the surface area of the Château la Tour Haut-Brion vineyard?
- The Château la Tour Haut-Brion vineyard covers a planted area of 5.05 hectares. The vines have an average age of 33 years.
- What are the main grape varieties grown at Château la Tour Haut-Brion?
- The grape variety plantings at Château la Tour Haut-Brion consist of 44.3% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, and 21.7% Cabernet Franc, dedicated to the production of red wines.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard spans a planted area of 5.05 hectares of red grape varieties. The soils consist of Graves gravel. The average age of the vines is 33 years. The grape variety breakdown is 44.3% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, and 21.7% Cabernet Franc. Harvesting is carried out by hand.
- Appellation
- Graves
- Commune
- Pessac Cedex
- Wine region
- Graves & Sauternais
- Classification
- Cru Classé de Graves
- Owner
- Domaine Clarence Dillon SAS
- Technical direction
- Le Prince Robert de Luxembourg
- Surface area
- 5.05 ha
- Grape varieties
- Cabernet Sauvignon 44.3%, Merlot 34%, Cabernet Franc 21.7%
Practical information
- Address
- 33608 PESSAC CEDEX
- Phone
- 05 56 00 29 30
- info@haut-brion.com
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Oui sur rendez-vous