In the heart of the Bordeaux vineyard, Château Cazebonne crafts red wines that tell a story: that of an exceptional terroir, respectful craftsmanship, and a rekindled passion for often-forgotten grape varieties. Our red wines are the fruit of rigorous organic viticulture, where every vine is nurtured to reveal its finest potential.

Our range of red wines offers a diverse palette of flavours and experiences, designed for every occasion and palate. Whether you are looking for vibrant, youthful fruit or the complexity of a wine built for ageing, you will find a cuvée at Cazebonne to enchant you:

• "Entre amis" red wines, generous and fruity, embodying conviviality and spontaneity, perfect for simple pleasures.
• Our "Grand Vin rouge", the emblem of Bordeaux elegance, crafted from a rigorous parcel selection and designed for graceful bottle ageing. The depth of its aromas and its refined structure make it a wine for contemplation and gastronomy.
• The "Parcellaires rouges" (single-vineyard reds), reflecting our creativity, where the unique expression of each micro-terroir is enhanced by daring vinification techniques. These cuvées reveal bold personalities and offer surprising aromatic profiles.
• And of course, our red wines crafted from "Cépages Oubliés" (Forgotten Grape Varieties). Cabernet Franc, Carmenère, Petit Verdot... All treasures of Bordeaux viticultural heritage that we strive to bring back into the light. As Jean-Baptiste Duquesne highlights in his book "Bordeaux, une histoire de cépages" (Éditions BBD), these varieties, once pillars of the vineyard, were gradually abandoned. At Cazebonne, we are rehabilitating them to offer red wines with novel flavours and unsuspected aromatic richness—true bridges between Bordeaux's past and future.

Each bottle is an invitation to discover the soul of our estate, through red wines that combine power and finesse, structure and harmony. Replanting these lost grape varieties is a long-term project, made possible by the unwavering support of the many wine enthusiasts who have embraced our wines and share our passion. It is thanks to your trust that we can continue to innovate and preserve this precious viticultural heritage.

You can find all our red wine cuvées available for purchase in the Cazebonne online shop.

To deepen your knowledge of the fascinating history of the Bordeaux grape varieties behind our red wines, we invite you to receive the digital edition of the book "Bordeaux, une histoire de cépages", published by Éditions BBD and written by Jean-Baptiste Duquesne.

A Grand Vin rouge, Emblem of Bordeaux Elegance

At the core of Château Cazebonne's expertise lies our Grand Vin rouge, a bottling that embodies the quintessence of Bordeaux craftsmanship. The result of a meticulous selection from our finest plots and precise blending, it represents the depth and complexity we seek, pairing respect for tradition with the innovative techniques of organic viticulture. This wine is designed for graceful bottle ageing, offering connoisseurs a tasting experience that improves over time.

The Vintage and Its Impact

Each vintage tells a unique story shaped by the year's climatic conditions. Rainfall, sunshine, and temperatures sculpt the character of the grapes and, by extension, the profile of our red wines. At Château Cazebonne, we adapt our viticultural and winemaking practices to extract the best from each season, ensuring consistent quality across our cuvées while respecting the natural expression of the vintage. It is a delicate balance between respecting nature and human craftsmanship.

Exceptional Terroir and Historic Grape Varieties

The rich and varied terroir of Château Cazebonne lends our red wines a distinct identity. Our plots, farmed biodynamically, are a true crucible where numerous grape varieties can express themselves. We cultivate classic Bordeaux varieties such as Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon, but we are also proud to revive historic varieties such as Carménère and Petit Verdot. These forgotten grape varieties, as highlighted by Jean-Baptiste Duquesne, were once pillars of the region before their decline. Their return to our vineyards is a testament to our commitment to the diversity and authenticity of Bordeaux wines. To learn more about the history of these varieties, feel free to consult our section on the forgotten grape varieties of Bordeaux.

Meticulous Vinification and Patient Maturation

Crafting our red wines follows a meticulous process, from hand-harvesting to ageing. Following rigorous grape sorting, red winemaking is carried out with meticulous care to preserve aromatic richness and juice structure. The blending of our cuvées is guided by a quest for balance and harmony. Where appropriate, maturation takes place in our cellars, using oak barrels, concrete vats, or amphorae to respect the individual character of each wine. This crucial stage imparts our red wines with their depth and ageing potential.

Tasting Profile of Cazebonne Red Wines

Our red wines are distinguished by their elegance and aromatic complexity. The Grand Vin rouge, for example, reveals notes of ripe red fruit, blackcurrant, and black cherry, enhanced by spicy and toasty nuances from oak maturation. On the palate, it exhibits a fine tannic structure balanced by refreshing acidity and a long finish. The single-vineyard cuvées and those crafted from heritage grape varieties offer diverse profiles ranging from vibrant fruitiness to more mineral or roasted, smoky notes, always unified by balance and finesse.

Exceptional Food Pairings for Our Red Wines

Our red wines are the perfect companions to fine dining. The Grand Vin rouge pairs wonderfully with grilled red meats, duck breast, or roast rack of lamb. The fruit-forward cuvées in our "Entre amis" range are ideal alongside charcuterie, tapas, or poultry dishes. For wines made from forgotten grape varieties, pairings can be bolder, inviting exploration with international cuisine or rich casseroles. Feel free to explore our food and wine pairing suggestions to find the perfect match.

Discover Our Red Wine Selection

We invite you to explore our diverse range of red wines on our online shop. Each bottle reflects a profound commitment to quality and respect for the Bordeaux terroir. For further details on pricing and vintage availability, our team is at your complete disposal: for any enquiries regarding our cuvées, please do not hesitate to contact us. We would be delighted to assist you with your selection and introduce you to the soul of Château Cazebonne.

Château Cazebonne is passionately committed to replanting grape varieties that had unfortunately vanished from the Bordeaux landscape—a unique preservation effort made possible by the enthusiasm of the wine lovers who have embraced our wines. We invite you to download our book on the history of Bordeaux grape varieties to explore this subject further, test your knowledge with our wine quizzes, and of course, discover the full Cazebonne range available in our online shop.