History
Château du Glana is a large estate situated in the center of the St. Julien appellation, just across the Route des Grand Vins from Château Ducru Beaucaillou. Owned by the Jean-Paul Meffre family of Bellegrave, the estate now boasts roughly 60 hectares of vineyard, some located near the winery, with some choice plots situated next to Château Lagrange. The estate is run by Jean-Paul Meffre’s two grandsons, Ludovic and Julien.
Cabernet Sauvignon (51%) is the dominant grape variety, complemented by Merlot (49%). Typically St. Julien, with a velvety texture and a bouquet of smoky currants and herbs, du Glana represents perhaps the finest quality-price ratio in the entire AOC. About 112,000 bottles are produced each year, with a severe selection relegated to the second wine, Pavillon du Glana.