CHÂTEAU TRIGANT, France
This boutique estate spans approximately 3.6 hectares of deep gravel soils planted equally with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Recently restored and thoughtfully modernised – including updated cellars and the addition of seven guest rooms – Trigant crafts a single, elegantly balanced red that embodies the classic Pessac‑Léognan spirit.
Viticulture
Nestled on gentle hillsides in Villenave‑d’Ornon, the vineyards occupy sandy‑gravel soils with clay interspersed beneath, some parcels dating back 25 years. Maintaining biodiversity is central to their approach: the park and vines are managed with ecological balance in mind. Harvest is entirely by hand, plot-by-plot, ensuring grapes are picked at optimal ripeness to express terroir-driven finesse.
Winemaking
Fermentation is conducted at controlled temperatures (26–28 °C), employing délestage (rack-and-return) and extended maceration for 28–30 days to extract measured structure and depth. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in French oak barrels for 12 to 14 months, using older oak to preserve fruit integrity without imparting overt oak flavours. The result is a smooth, full‑bodied red that balances richness with freshness and dynamic tension.
- Historic charm with modern finesse – a beautifully restored 18th‑century estate, family-run since 1860.
- Meticulous terroir expression – hand-harvested fruit from gravel soils on the outskirts of Bordeaux, crafted with ecological respect.
- Refined, balanced style – extended maceration and old oak ageing produce a rich, fresh, age-worthy Pessac‑Léognan.
