Château Lagarosse
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Château Lagarosse, owned by Groupe Carlico in Tabanac, produces Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux wines with Michel Rolland as consultant oenologist. The 35-hectare vineyard is set across the hillsides of Tabanac.
Identity
Château Lagarosse is situated in Tabanac. It has been owned by Groupe Carlico since 2011, with Michel Rolland serving as consultant oenologist.
History and Philosophy
The history of Château Lagarosse dates back to its original construction in the 16th century. The initial château was subsequently rebuilt in the early 18th century. Following a fire, a further reconstruction was undertaken in 1848.
Appellations
Château Lagarosse produces wines under the Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux appellation.
Practical Information
Château Lagarosse is located at 846, route de Camail, 33550 Tabanac. The estate offers cellar-door sales as well as tastings. For enquiries, the email address is lagarosse@gmail.com and the telephone number is +33 5 56 67 58 90.
Find Out More
Official estate websiteFrequently asked questions
- Where is Château Lagarosse located and who is its current owner?
- Château Lagarosse is located in the commune of Tabanac. It has belonged to Groupe Carlico since 2011. This winegrowing estate benefits from the expertise of Michel Rolland, who serves as consultant oenologist, contributing his know-how to the crafting of the wines.
- What is the primary appellation of the wines produced by Château Lagarosse?
- Château Lagarosse primarily produces wines under the Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. The 35-hectare vineyard is planted across the hillsides of Tabanac, a terroir well suited to this appellation. The grape variety breakdown is dominated by Merlot, accounting for 80% of the plantings.
- What is the history of Château Lagarosse over the centuries?
- The history of Château Lagarosse dates back to the 16th century with its initial construction. The original château was rebuilt in the early 18th century. Following a fire, another reconstruction was carried out in 1848, shaping the estate's current appearance and reflecting a rich architectural and winemaking heritage.
- Does Château Lagarosse offer visits or on-site purchases?
- Yes, Château Lagarosse offers direct cellar-door sales of its wines. Visitors can also enjoy tastings to discover the estate's various cuvées. For further information, the estate can be reached by email at lagarosse@gmail.com or by telephone on +33 5 56 67 58 90.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The Château Lagarosse vineyard spans 35 hectares, planted across the hillsides of Tabanac. In terms of grape varieties, the 1998 Cuvée les Comtes was blended from 80% Merlot. For the 2001 Cuvée les Comtes, the average vine age was thirty-eight years in 2004.
Flagship Cuvées
The estate produces, among others, Cuvée les Comtes, a red wine. This blend develops distinct characteristics imparted by its barrel ageing.
Vinification and Ageing
The wines undergo oak barrel ageing, as showcased by Cuvée les Comtes.
- Appellation
- Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux
- Commune
- Tabanac
- Wine region
- Entre-deux-Mers
- Owner
- Groupe chinois Carlico
- Technical direction
- Michel Rolland
- Surface area
- 35 ha
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 80%
Practical information
- Address
- 846, rte de Camail, 33550 Tabanac
- Phone
- +33 5 56 67 58 90
- lagarosse@gmail.com
- Contact form
- Contact the estate