AOC Saint-Julien

The Saint-Julien appellation is particularly appreciated by enthusiasts as it represents a magnificent compromise between the power of wines from its northern neighbors, Pauillac and Saint-Estèphe, and the softness as well as the more feminine character of an appellation such as Margaux further south. With 11 Grands Crus Classés such as Château Gruaud-Larose, the AOC shines with its 920 hectares producing only great red wines. Its terroir is characterized by clay-limestone subsoils and gravelly soil. Cabernet Sauvignon is the most widely planted grape variety here, covering 60% of the vineyard, and is complemented by Merlot (32%) as well as other varieties such as Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc.

Discovering the AOC Saint-Julien: Between Power...

Imagine a small village nestled in the heart of the Médoc, surrounded by prestigious vineyards and caressed by the humid climate of the Gironde. Welcome to Saint-Julien, an iconic appellation...

Discovering the AOC Saint-Julien: Between Power and Elegance

Imagine a small village nestled in the heart of the Médoc, surrounded by prestigious vineyards and caressed by the humid climate of the Gironde. Welcome to Saint-Julien, an iconic appellation...
Portrait of the Cabernet Sauvignon grape variety

Discover everything about the Cabernet Sauvignon grape! Origins, aromas, food pairings, serving temperature... and much more!

Portrait of the Cabernet Sauvignon grape variety

Discover everything about the Cabernet Sauvignon grape! Origins, aromas, food pairings, serving temperature... and much more!
All about Merlot: the most planted grape variet...

Appreciated for its suppleness, its fruitiness as well as its ability to produce wines of great quality, Merlot is one of the most widely planted varieties in the world. It indeed plays...
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All about Merlot: the most planted grape variety in France

Appreciated for its suppleness, its fruitiness as well as its ability to produce wines of great quality, Merlot is one of the most widely planted varieties in the world. It indeed plays...
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The Bordeaux wine guide

Bordeaux is probably the region with the greatest wine reputation in the world (well, along with Burgundy to be fair). And while the number of grape varieties, appellations and estates can sometimes be overwhelming, you’ll...

The Bordeaux wine guide

Bordeaux is probably the region with the greatest wine reputation in the world (well, along with Burgundy to be fair). And while the number of grape varieties, appellations and estates can sometimes be overwhelming, you’ll...