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In the 12th century, traces of this Château can already be found in the Archives of the Arsac seigneury, owned by the de Montaigne family, the famous French writer and Mayor of Bordeaux in the 16th century.
It borders Châteaux Cantenac-Brown and Brane-Cantenac to the north and Château Giscours to the east. It is situated on one of the Médoc's highest gravelly hilltops, from which it takes its name. Its vineyard is remarkable for two reasons: it's in one piece and it faces due south.
It's a fifth Grand Cru Classé following the prestigious 1855 list.
Varietal composition: Cabernet Sauvignon: 45, Merlot 30%, Cabernet Franc 20% and 5% Petit Verdot.
The grapes are harvested entirely by hand, and annual production is in the order of 255 barrels, or around 300,000 bottles.
50% of the wine is aged in new barrels for an average of 18 months, depending on the typicity of the harvest.
The 1989 vintage now offers a mature and elegant expression of this Margaux Grand Cru Classé. The color is a deep ruby red with brick-red highlights and shines intensely. The nose reveals a refined bouquet with hints of blackcurrant and stewed blackberry, accompanied by delicate floral notes, blond tobacco, fine leather, and undergrowth. The whole is complex, faithful to the subtle and fragrant style of the appellation. On the palate, the attack is supple and velvety. The tannins, softened with age, support an elegant and balanced structure. The freshness preserves the wine's liveliness and prolongs the flavors of ripe black fruits and sweet spices. The harmonious and persistent finish confirms the classic and distinguished character of this mature Margaux.
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