Clos Lariveau
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Clos Lariveau, in Saint-Michel de Fronsac, is managed by Nicolas Dabudyk. Certified organic, this 6-hectare winegrowing estate produces Canon-Fronsac and Bordeaux appellation wines, primarily based on Merlot and Cabernet Franc.
Identity
Clos Lariveau is a winegrowing estate based in Saint-Michel de Fronsac, in Gironde. It is managed by Nicolas Dabudyk.
History and philosophy
Clos Lariveau is a former 16th-century manorial residence built by the Knights of Malta. The estate was taken over in 2009 by Burgundy native Nicolas Dabudyk.
The viticultural philosophy at Clos Lariveau combines a plot-by-plot approach with the principles of biodynamics. The estate is certified organic.
Appellations
The estate produces wines under the Canon-Fronsac appellation, notably for its “Château Lariveau”, “Le Bouquet de Lariveau”, “Le p’tit canon de Lariveau”, and “Au cœur de Lariveau” cuvées. The “Nature de Lariveau” cuvée is produced under the Bordeaux appellation.
Winemaking and ageing
The “Au cœur de Lariveau” cuvée is aged for three years in 600-litre casks. “Château Lariveau” is aged for two years in 400-litre oak barrels. The “Le p’tit canon de Lariveau” cuvée is aged in vats on its lees.
Practical information
Clos Lariveau is located at Château Lariveau, 33126 Saint-Michel de Fronsac.
Visits and tastings are by appointment only.
Telephone: 06 70 79 09 79
Email: sarl.dabudyk@cegetel.net
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Clos Lariveau located and what is its main appellation?
- Clos Lariveau is located in the commune of Saint-Michel de Fronsac in Gironde. Its wines are mainly produced under the Canon-Fronsac appellation, as well as under the Bordeaux appellation for certain cuvées.
- What is the size of the vineyard and which grape varieties are grown?
- The Clos Lariveau vineyard covers 6 hectares. The grape variety blend consists of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc, with an average vine age of 40 years.
- What are the estate's farming practices and is it certified?
- Clos Lariveau follows a viticultural philosophy that combines a plot-by-plot approach with the principles of biodynamics. The estate is certified organic.
- What are the arrangements for visiting Clos Lariveau?
- Clos Lariveau welcomes visitors for tastings by appointment. You can contact the estate by telephone or email to arrange a visit.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Clos Lariveau vineyard covers 6 hectares. The average age of the vines is 40 years. The terroir is predominantly clay-sand-limestone.
The grape variety mix consists of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc. The “Nature de Lariveau” cuvée is crafted from 100% Merlot vines grown on soils bordering the Dordogne. The “Le p’tit canon de Lariveau” cuvée comes from plots located at the foot of the hillside on clay-limestone soils, and is also made exclusively from Merlot. “Château Lariveau” comes from vines planted on sand-clay-limestone soils on a south-facing hillside. The “Le Bouquet de Lariveau” cuvée is produced from Cabernet Franc. The “Au cœur de Lariveau” cuvée originates from soils situated on the plateau summit and is planted with Merlot.
Flagship cuvées
Clos Lariveau offers several red wine cuvées, including “Château Lariveau”, “Au Cœur de Lariveau”, “Le p’tit Canon de Lariveau”, “Le Bouquet de Lariveau”, and “Nature de Lariveau”. The estate also produces other cuvées, such as “Ma Petite République”, along with rosé and white wines.
- Appellations
- Canon-Fronsac, Bordeaux
- Commune
- Saint-Michel-de-Fronsac
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- Nicolas Dabudyk
- Surface area
- 6 ha
- Certifications
- Bio
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 60%, Cabernet Franc 40%
Practical information
- Address
- Château Lariveau, 33126 Saint-Michel de Fronsac
- Phone
- 33(0)6 70 79 09 79
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Accueil sur rendez-vous