With a rich history spanning 300 years, it was only in 2012 that Château de Ferrand became a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé. This was in recognition of current owner Pauline Bich Chandon-Moët's commitment to excellence. This vintage is produced from a blend of 90% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 6% Cabernet Sauvignon. Each parcel is managed with respect to its individual needs. Winter pruning, budding, and disbudding being carried out with precision. During harvest, the grapes undergo three sorting steps: at the vine, upon arrival at the cellar, and an optical sorting before transfer to vats. Wines are matured in French oak barrels for 14 to 18 months. Bottled at 14%. (Bottle size 750ml)

Nose: On the nose, when swirled it gains black fruit notes such as blackberry and cherry, with some development touches tending towards truffle and a spicy element that freshens the whole.

Palate: On the palate, freshness in the attack draws us in and transforms into supple yet omnipresent tannins.

Finish: A lingering, soft, delicately spicy finish. 

Chateau de Ferrand, a Grand Cru Classé de Saint Emilion, has a history dating back over 300 years, with only two families owning the estate throughout its existence. It was first owned by Elie de Betoulaud, followed by the Marquis de Mons and their descendants. Today, it is owned by the family of Baron Bich, founder of BIC company. The estate is now managed by Pauline Bich Chandon-Moët, the daughter of Baron Bich, and her husband Philippe Chandon-Moët. Significant improvements have been made at Château de Ferrand since 2010. The vineyards have been restructured and replanted based on thorough soil studies and adaptation of grape varieties to terroirs. The cultivation methods have been revamped, winemaking buildings modernised, and cellars upgraded, enabling plot-by-plot management. As a result, the wine’s quality levels have significantly improved. The estate, covering 42 hectares in a single plot, benefits from a rich and complex terroir with clay-limestone hillsides at around 100 metres above sea level. This elevated position provides ideal exposure to the winds and excellent ventilation, while slight slopes ensure proper drainage during summer rains. The grape varieties grown are 70% Merlot, 29% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Cabernet Sauvignon.

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