For more than three centuries, Château La Cardonne has proudly sat on the highest plateau of the Médoc. From our front steps, we enjoy a panoramic view of the distant horizon, from the Landes forest to the west, to the limestone cliffs on the right side of the Gironde river.
Our wines bear fruit of a unique terroir that generously offers both authenticity and complexity. A true respect for the vines and the soil, coupled with the alliance o...
Our vineyard currently grows three grape varieties, and overall, we have 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot growing today.
The majority of vines are between thirty and forty years old, originally planted by previous owners, planted by Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite).
During the past twenty years we’ve really worked hard to minimize environmental impact ensure a safe, healthy workplace through the use of environ...
Producing exceptional grapes would not make sense if it was not then vinified with ultimate care and attention. At Château La Cardonne, we are constantly investing in the most innovative equipment as we seek to deliver added pleasure to those drinking our wines. Add to that the patient work of aging in oak barrels, which can last between 12 and 16 months as we seek to refine the structure, aromas and complexity to each vintage. After the bottl...
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