Château Fontesteau

The discovery of a large deposit of foundry residue near the lake is proof that Fontesteau was an important centre of activity during the Iron Age. The proximity of the Bernet tumulus and the roman villa of Villambis links Fontesteau to this area known to have been inhabited for many centuries. In this area, a little winding brook called the Jalle du Bernet is fed by 7 springs (FONT in old French) : hence the name Fontesteau.

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Between the Atlantic Ocean and the Gironde River, the Médoc offers an ideal temperate climate, allowing the grapes to ripen beautifully and guaranteeing balance and finesse in the wines. The gravelly soil of Fontesteau, with its deep limestone base, allows the traditional Médoc grape varieties (particularly the Cabernet Sauvignon) to express their full potential.

Total area under vine: 32 ha

- Average age of the vines: 25 years old

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The harvest generally begins from mid-September, first with the Merlot and then the Cabernet Franc and the Cabernet Sauvignon. The use of our harvesting machine allows us to pick each plot at its optimum maturity: the grapes are then carefully sorted before being crushed and gently pumped into 14 temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. We are thus able to manage each plot individually, adapting the vinification to the content of each vat....