Château Larrivaux

Identity

Château Larrivaux is a winegrowing estate located in Cissac-Médoc. The property belongs to the Tesseron family, represented by Bérangère and Basile Tesseron alongside their children Timour, Vassili, Vadim and Till. Bérangère Tesseron took over the management of the estate in 2005, and Basile Tesseron joined her in 2022. SARL des Domaines Carlsberg is the producer behind Château Larrivaux. The technical director is Christophe Barbeyron, with Éric Boissenot serving as consulting oenologist.

History and philosophy

Château Larrivaux boasts a history stretching back to 1580. It is defined by an unbroken family transmission from mother to daughter since that date. This female lineage has shaped the château's identity through the centuries. In 2005, Bérangère Tesseron took the helm of the estate, carrying on this heritage. The winemaking approach at the château favours minimal intervention in order to let each vintage express itself fully. The estate is also committed to environmentally friendly practices, notably through sustainable treatments, waste recycling, and ecosystem preservation. It has also been awarded the Vignobles et découvertes label.

The appellations

Château Larrivaux produces wines under the Haut-Médoc appellation. The vineyard is situated close to Saint-Estèphe.

Practical information

Château Larrivaux is located at 25 Route de Larrivaux, 33250 Cissac-Médoc. To contact the estate, the telephone number is +33 (0)5 56 59 58 15 and the email address is contact@larrivaux.com. The estate offers tastings and cellar-door sales. Visits can be booked online via Sumup Bookings or by telephone 48 hours in advance. Visitors can explore the renovated cellar and taste various vintages. Facilities include a picnic area, free parking (suitable for coaches), and Wi-Fi access. Pets are welcome. Opening hours are Monday to Saturday from 9:00 to 12:00 and from 13:30 to 17:00. The estate is open on public holidays during the same hours, but closed on Sundays. Accepted payment methods include credit/debit card, cheques, cash, and bank transfers.

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The vineyard (terroir)

The Château Larrivaux vineyard covers 20 hectares of vines within a broader estate of around 80 hectares that includes woodland and fields. The terroir is predominantly clay-limestone and is characterised by a diversity of soils and microclimates spread across four parcels surrounding the estate. This layout brings natural complexity to the vineyard. The cultivated grape varieties include Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The estate actively promotes biodiversity, particularly through the replanting of hedges and copses.

Signature cuvées

Château Larrivaux produces several cuvées, notably Château Larrivaux, Château Le Borderon and L'X de Larrivaux, which is its second wine. The estate's red wines are crafted from blends of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, with proportions adjusted each vintage to capture the year's specific qualities. These wines are generally described as generous and inviting, with spicy, cocoa-tinged finishes. The estate also produces white wine, with production currently in development. Château Larrivaux notably received a Coup de Cœur du Jury award in 2026.

Vinification and ageing

The wines are aged in vats and oak barrels. The ageing cellar was designed with natural cork ceiling insulation and features a fresh air circulation system, ensuring optimal conditions for wine ageing.