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There's no need to present the splendid Château Carbonnieux, the emblematic property of the Bordeaux vineyard, where vines have been present since the 13th century. The first owners were the Benedictine monks of the Sainte-Croix Abbey in Bordeaux, and even back then they were instrumental in making the white and red wines of Château known in foreign countries.
Classified as red and white in the 1953 Graves classification, it has belonged to the Perrin family since 1956, with Eric and his brother Philibert Perrin being the fourth generation. With passion, they contribute to making Château Carbonnieux shine, whose great terroir is conducive to giving birth to great red and white wines.
The Château Carbonnieux reigns over a 92-hectare vineyard planted on gravel with clay and clay-limestone subsoils.the red grape varieties (50 ha) are 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot. The grand vin is aged for 15 to 18 months in French oak barrels, 30% of which are new. La Croix de Carbonnieux is the Second vin rouge.
- The white grape varieties (42 ha) are 65% Sauvignon blanc and 35% Sémillon. The grand vin blanc is aged for 10 to 12 months in French oak barrels, 25% of which are new. La Croix de Carbonnieux is the Second vin blanc.
The wines of Château Carbonnieux are renowned for their harmony, balance and ageing potential. The reds offer silky tannins and allow the fruit to express itself, and what can we say about the whites which are beautifully fresh and present an intense aromatic framework, ranking among the best in the appellation.
The 2024 vintage was a great success for the whites of Château Carbonnieux, Grand Cru Classé, a Graves landmark. Thanks to a cool climate, a moderate summer and well-controlled water stress, the white grape varieties - mainly Sauvignon blanc, accompanied by Sémillon and Muscadelle - were able to reach optimal ripeness, combining tension, freshness and aromatic concentration.
Harvested as early as September 2, the grapes revealed a remarkable sugar/acidity balance, aided by slow, steady ripening. Experimentation with cultivation practices and separate vinification have refined the precision of the Carbonnieux style.
This 2024 seduces with its brilliant color and expressive nose of white flowers, ripe citrus and yellow-fleshed fruit, underlined by a chalky minerality. On the palate, the attack is lively, the structure taut, with a linear, chiselled development, revealing remarkable purity and great length.
A vintage of balance and finesse, ready to seduce from its youth but with promising ageing potential. A precise, racy signature of the Carbonnieux terroir, confirming its excellence in white wines.
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Founded in 1971, the Club Trésors de Champagne is a very exclusive circle that brings together 25 of the region’s finest artisan winemakers. United by a love for their terroir, respect for traditional craftsmanship, and a vision for the future, these exceptional winemakers have been rigorously selected for the excellence of their work. Membership in the club is granted only upon sponsorship by one or more existing members.
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The “Spécial Club” cuvée
Being a member of this highly exclusiveclub allows winemakers to produce a unique, vintage-dated prestige cuvée: the Spécial Club. Recognized as the ultimate symbol of their expertise, this cuvée undergoes a rigorous process to ensure impeccable quality.
To earn this coveted “label,” each bottle must pass through rigorous stages:
