The past three centuries have seen three illustrious families successively preside over the destiny of this Cantenac-
Margaux Great Classified Growth (Grand Cru Classé).
The name Kirwan also evokes a wonderfully charming abode built in the late 18th century by Mark Kirwan. The Irishman built the classical mansion on the estate he inherited when he married the daughter of the landowner, Sir John Collingwood, “Sieur de Lasalle,” one of the...
An authentic and exceptional Terroir
The vineyard of Château Kirwan is located in the heart of the Southern Médoc region. This area is also known as Haut-Médoc, and includes well-known communal appellations such as Saint-Julien, Pauillac, and Margaux. Château Kirwan’s vines are located in the municipality of Cantenac, which is part of the communal appellation of Margaux (a communal appellation covers all or parts of several municipalities, ...
INTERVIEW WITH PHILIPPE DELFAUT, Winemaker of Château Kirwan
In your opinion, how is Margaux different from other Médoc appellations? Aside from the fact that it is the first municipal appellation that one crosses upon enteringMédoc, it is also the only one to lend its name to a Premier Cru Classé (First Classified Growth). But more than anything Margaux distinguishes itself by its terroir. The appellation is mainly made up of fine, poor g...
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