This magnificent estate of 10.6 hectares, ideally located on the edge of the village of Saint-Emilion, derives its name from a clergyman, Canon Balestard. The “Tonnelle” that stands in the heart of the vineyard was formerly an observation tower during the 15th century and has since become the symbol of this property. François Villon mentions the wine of Balestard in his famous poem, written too in the 15th century, and as a testimonial of this...
The 10.6 hectare vineyard of Chateau Balestard La Tonnelle is located just outside the town of St. Emilion. They are not far from Chateau Soutard, Chateau Villemaurine and Chateau La Couspaude. The terroir is a mix of clay and limestone soils. The vineyard is planted to 70% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. The vines average 33 years of age.
The wine is aged in 50% new, French oak barrels for 15 to 18 months depending on ...
Utilization of new fermentation and aging techniques, traceability-each barrel is coded and traceable to a parcel, pre-fermentation cold maceration, the time of cuvaison is of minimum 3 weeks according to vintages. Barrels: 50% new oak, 50% one year, malolactic fermentation in new barrels. Ageing in barrels: 15 to 18 months. Filtering: Only on pads before bottling. Annual production (average): 55,000 bottles
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