Château La PIERRIERE 2022 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux 75 cl

Description

Château La Pierrière 2022 – A Historic Family Estate in Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux

Château La Pierrière 2022 is a traditional red Bordeaux wine produced in the Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellation, on the Right Bank of the Dordogne River.

Located in Gardegan-et-Tourtirac, close to Saint-Émilion, the estate combines centuries of family heritage with a vineyard planted on limestone-rich soils.

A remarkable family history

The origins of Château La Pierrière date back to the late 13th century, when a fortified manor house was built by Lord Izambert.

In 1607, François de Lageard received the property as part of his marriage settlement and subsequently enlarged the château.

Further architectural developments took place during the 19th century, including the construction of a round tower in 1865.

The property passed into the de Marcillac family in 1930, continuing a family connection established more than four centuries ago.

Clay-limestone soils and Bordeaux grape varieties

The vineyard extends across approximately 41 hectares of clay-limestone soils, situated on a plateau overlooking the Dordogne valley.

Its traditional grape composition is dominated by Merlot, representing around 80% of the vineyard, complemented by Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Merlot brings ripe fruit aromas, roundness and generous texture.

Cabernet Franc contributes freshness and aromatic finesse, while Cabernet Sauvignon provides additional structure.

Traditional winemaking

The grapes undergo traditional Bordeaux vinification.

The estate's classic red wine is matured in stainless-steel tanks rather than oak barrels, allowing the fruit character to remain prominent.

This approach distinguishes it from the estate's Founder 1607 cuvée, which is aged in oak for twelve months.

Tasting notes and food pairing

Château La Pierrière 2022 displays a deep ruby-red colour.

Its aromatic profile suggests blackcurrants, cherries, ripe plums and subtle spicy nuances.

The palate offers generous fruit, rounded texture and supple tannins, leading to a balanced finish.

This Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux is particularly well suited to grilled beef, roasted lamb, duck breast, hearty stews and mature cheeses.

Serve between 16 and 18°C. Gentle aeration can help reveal its aromatic complexity.