Description
Family history and wine passion
This wine epic spans time and generations, beginning its journey in the 19th century with Louis RICHARD and continuing with Roger RICHARD. The imprint of these pioneers resonates throughout the family home that once housed the secrets of the winemaking cellars and the gentle murmur of the barrels.
In 1955, the third generation led by Pierre BARRAUD took a decisive turn by joining the communal cooperative winery, thus breathing new life into the red wines of the Médoc Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée. This is how Château LAUBESPIN was born, whose legacy was carried further by Alain BARRAUD, who expanded the vineyard to a size of 9 hectares.
The emerge of Chateau Carmenere
The year 2006 remains a turning point, when Richard BARRAUD took the bold decision to create Château CARMENERE on his family’s ancestral lands. Blossoming from a humble hectare in the Médoc appellation, and a few plots initially leased, this vineyard embodies a vision, a commitment to the family heritage and exceptional viticulture.
A land of authenticity magnified by modernity
The Château CARMENERE vineyard, carefully scattered in Queyrac, a charming commune north of Bordeaux, combines the authenticity of the terroir with modern techniques. Cultivated with a sustainable approach, it highlights an assortment of typically Médoc varieties, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and of course, Carménère. Each grape variety contributes to a complex and flavourful symphony, embodying the quintessence of great wines.
During the harvest, whether manual or mechanical, each plot finds its place in thermo-regulated winemaking vats, where the production process begins. Château CARMENERE stands out for its meticulous method of optical sorting of the harvest, a rare process that demonstrates the unwavering commitment to quality.
