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Wine Description
The Story
The estate’s history stretches back to the 15th century, but its winemaking prestige took shape in 1872 when wealthy landowner William Wells built the striking neo-Gothic château that stands today. For over a century, the property was world-famous almost exclusively for its sweet botrytized wines from the neighboring Loupiac appellation.
The Modern Red Wine Renaissance
The modern narrative for the red wines began with two pivotal change...
Wine Information
The 2025 vintage of Château de Ricaud marks a definitive, structural evolution for the historic Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux estate. Historically recognized for its Merlot-dominant blends, the 2025 Grand Vin proudly shifts its identity toward a Cabernet-led style. Backed by the viticultural expertise of Maison Dourthe, this vintage captures the density, precision, and aromatic purity that defined Bordeaux's exceptional 2025 growing season.
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Vintage 2025
The Bordeaux 2025 vintage is generating massive excitement across the wine world, following its official reveal at the April 2026 En Primeur tastings. Critics and merchants widely praise it as a highly successful, contemporary vintage shaped by an unusual but highly effective growing season.
The year began with a cool, rain-heavy spring, but completely pivoted into a hot, exceptionally dry summer. The ultimate saving grace arrived during Au...
