The Fruit

1400 decares (140 ha) of the Valley have been planted with vines of the following French grape varieties: Merlot (over half of them), Syrah (one quarter), and almost equal share of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon.

The quality of the fruit is increased by limiting the yield. The yield is 500 kilograms per decare (5000 kilograms per hectare). The surplus grapes are cut off the vines when they are still green... more

Grape Picking

ЗBeginning the grape picking requires patience. It can start when the fruit is really ready. In 2005 this moment came as late as the middle of October. The experts in the chateau wait for the grapes to ripen for as long as it takes... more

The Magic

Only selected grape berries reach the fermentation hall. They are seriously selected – the grape berries are put on long sorting tables and are selected by hand, one by one... more

Maturing

МMalolactic fermentation takes place in оак barrels, imported from France. It is in them that the wine matures and reaches its complexity and harmonic character... more