Welcome to Bordeaux’s right bank
A riverbank with a global reputation.
Why? Undoubtedly thanks to the village of Saint-Emilion and its UNESCO-listed vineyards.
Certainly because of its gentle way of life and gently rolling landscapes bordering the Dordogne. Obviously because of its wines, grouped under 10 prestigious appellations.
The highly varied soils, predominantly clay and limestone, are ideal for Merlot, a very expressive and delicious grape variety, complemented by Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon.
This eclectic vineyard, which brings together more than 1,300 winegrowers, produces red wines of incredible finesse, recognisable among thousands, and is hugely popular in France and abroad, with 40% of production currently exported.
This enthusiasm is nothing new, as wine has been a tradition here since the Middle Ages and at the court of Versailles, passed down from generation to generation.
Let’s delve into this history of elegance, expertise and flavours… written in the intense red ink of the wines of Saint-Emilion – Pomerol – Fronsac.
The 10 appellations of the Saint-Emilion – Pomerol – Fronsac organic group await you.
A region, terroirs, a shared history
To truly appreciate the fruit of a terroir, it is helpful to know its origin and characteristics.
Terroir is an essential concept in Bordeaux. Its definition encompasses much more than just the geographical area it implies. It is an interaction of several factors, an alchemy between soil, climate, relief and, of course, human intervention and expertise.
In Saint-Emilion – Pomerol – Fronsac, the topography is slightly hilly, with plateaus and slopes. This favours the drainage of certain soils, for example.
The climate is typically oceanic and temperate, like the rest of the Bordeaux region, influenced by the Gulf Stream and protected by the Landes forest. And even though we are a little further inland with a more pronounced continental climate, the presence of the Dordogne and Isle rivers helps to temper it.
The soils are diverse, composed of alternating and combined gravel, sand, clay and limestone.
All these elements are conducive to the cultivation of Merlot, which is the king of grape varieties in the Saint-Emilion, Pomerol and Fronsac wines. It brings them unparalleled aromatic richness, colour, suppleness and crispness on the palate. On the nose, the aromas of ripe red and black fruits and flowers are immediately recognisable, evolving after a few years towards fig or plum.
For a proper blend, it is complemented with Cabernet Franc, whose fresh bouquet and tannins contribute to a perfect structure and ageing potential.
And let’s not forget Cabernet Sauvignon, suited to hot, dry soils, which brings spicy notes, rich tannins and promotes long ageing.
Lussac Saint-Emilion, Puisseguin Saint-Emilion, Saint-Emilion, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, Montagne Saint-Emilion, Saint-Georges Saint-Emilion, Pomerol, Lalande de Pomerol, Fronsac et Canon Fronsac.
Discover the specific characteristics of each appellation
Saint-Emilion – Pomerol – Fronsac Organic Group
Saint-Emilion & Saint-Emilion Grand Cru
Saint-Émilion, rooted in a unique limestone terroir, produces fine, elegant wines that can be enjoyed young or aged, thanks to the combination of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The Grands Crus, renowned for their quality and consistency, reflect a commitment to excellence.
Lussac Saint-Emilion
The wines of Lussac Saint-Émilion, facing south, offer an intensity marked by notes of leather and prune, evolving towards velvety and full-bodied textures. Their richness comes from a unique terroir combining clay, sand and limestone.
Puisseguin Saint-Emilion
Opposite Saint-Émilion, Puisseguin wines seduce with their red fruit aromas, evolving with age towards notes of liquorice and mint. Their texture combines lightness, pulpiness and fleshiness, dominated by 80% Merlot.
Montagne Saint-Emilion
Montagne Saint-Émilion, at the top of the Libournais region, combines tradition and modernity with its generous and supple ruby wines. This appellation blends Gallo-Roman heritage, a wine-growing college and a local brotherhood.
Saint-Georges Saint-Emilion
Saint-Georges Saint-Émilion offers wines with a purple colour and velvety tannins, evolving towards woody and spicy notes. This small 200-hectare appellation is distinguished by its wines for ageing and its architectural heritage.
Pomerol
The wines of Pomerol, with their generous and elegant character, combine aromas of red fruit, violet and truffle. Steeped in history, this unique terroir is based on gravel enriched with iron oxide.
Lalande de Pomerol
The wines of Lalande de Pomerol, produced from a variety of soils enriched with a layer of iron oxide, combine elegance, complexity and rounded tannins. Supported by the Baillis, they enjoy international renown.
Fronsac
The full-bodied and elegant wines of Fronsac reveal aromas of red fruit and a deep ruby colour. Produced in a region nicknamed the ‘little Tuscany of Bordeaux’, they were prized as early as the 16th century at Versailles.
Canon Fronsac
The wines of Canon-Fronsac are refined and delicious, combining red fruits, black truffles and rare spices. Steeped in history, where the concept of Cru was born, they are renowned for their excellent ageing potential.
Our history, our heritage, our expertise: Saint-Emilion – Pomerol – Fronsac,
a union of excellence.
The different sites of our appellations
Each appellation is unique. Discover their histories, their specific characteristics and the people who bring them to life.
