Weather Conditions for the 2025 Vintage in Bordeaux

The 2025 growing season in Bordeaux was shaped by climatic events that defined the profile of the vintage. Following the vegetative cycle, crucial for vine development, the harvest period experienced a significant spell of rain. Recorded data shows that 25 mm of rain fell on 29 August, followed by 20 mm on 1 September, bringing the total to 49 mm over this pivotal week. This rainfall had a notable impact on vine physiology and grape ripening, directly influencing the quality and style of the wines crafted. To better understand the impact of weather on the vineyard, explore our section dedicated to vineyard weather.

Profile and Typicity of the 2025 Wines

White Wines

The 2025 white wines were characterised by their early harvest. The white grape varieties, notably Sauvignon and Sémillon, were picked on 27 and 28 August, just ahead of the rain. Harvesting early made it possible to preserve the freshness and aromatic balance of the grapes. The preliminary blends suggest a predominance of Sémillon, delivering aromas of yellow fruit and ripe apricot, complemented by the balance and acidity of Sauvignon. The white wine from this vintage promises breadth, richness, and the vibrant freshness characteristic of great Graves whites.

Red Wines

The 2025 red wines, meanwhile, benefited from the late August and early September rains. This rainfall contributed to a remarkable balance, yielding generous, fruit-forward wines. Merlot, in particular, looks very promising, displaying fruity and spicy notes, good structure, and an appealing roundness. This vintage will produce delicious red wines to be enjoyed in their youth, not necessarily intended for very long cellaring, but offering immense drinking pleasure. To learn more about how our red wines are made, visit our page on red winemaking.

The 2025 Vintage at Château Cazebonne

At Château Cazebonne, the 2025 harvest began as early as 27 August with the Sauvignon from the Peyron and Cazebonne parcels, followed by Bouché. Over the following days, we continued with the Sémillons from Cazebonne and Peyron, as well as the Sauvignon Gris from the Médecine parcel. The rains on 29 August and 1 September (a total of 49 mm) refreshed the vineyard and aided the ripening of the red grapes.
On 3 September, the Sauvignon Mazères was harvested. From 10 September, we picked the Merlots from Darche and Peyron, before moving on to historic grape varieties such as Bouchalès, Castets Darche, Jurançon Noir, and Mérille, along with several forgotten white varieties. On 15 September, the Blanc Auba was brought in. From 17 September, the Merlots from Cazebonne, the Malbecs from Couet, Maine, and Peyron, as well as varieties such as Béquignol, Penouille, Pardotte, Petit Péjac, Castets, and Jurançon Noir were harvested. A special vat was prepared with the Malbec Peyron and Merlot, and another with the Malbec Maine and Castets. Harvesting continued on 24 September with the Cabernet Sauvignon from Cazebonne, the Saint-Macaire from Maine, and the reds from Mazères, followed by the Cabernet Sauvignon from Peyron. On 26 September, the Saint-Macaire was harvested, and finally, 29 September brought the harvest to a close with Mancin, Petit Verdot, Gros Verdot, Carménère, and Bouchalès Maine. This diverse vintage reflects the estate's commitment to varietal diversity, including numerous forgotten grape varieties. This meticulous selection work enables Château Cazebonne to craft unique wines, vintage after vintage.

At Château Cazebonne, we are dedicated to replanting lost grape varieties in Bordeaux, contributing to the region’s ampelographic heritage. This long-term endeavour and philosophy are made possible by the invaluable support of wine lovers who have embraced our wines and share our vision. To learn more about this fascinating story, feel free to download our book “Bordeaux, a history of grape varieties”. To test your knowledge and discover even more about the world of wine, we invite you to take our wine quizzes, an enjoyable way to explore the secrets of wine. And to support our journey and discover the fruits of this hard work, we encourage you to explore our wines online and become part of this viticultural renaissance.