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Graves & Pessac-Léognan, great Bordeaux wines and historic classified growths

Located on the Bordeaux Left Bank, the Graves and Pessac-Léognan area brings together some of the most historic terroirs in Bordeaux. Its gravel, sand and clay soils store daytime heat and encourage steady grape ripening.

This area produces deep, precise and elegant red wines, as well as some of the greatest dry white wines of Bordeaux. Estates such as Château Haut-Brion, Château La Mission Haut-Brion and Château Pape Clément embody the nobility and depth of this appellation.

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The spirit of Graves & Pessac-Léognan

Graves & Pessac-Léognan expresses a noble, gravel-driven side of Bordeaux: structured yet refined reds, deep dry whites, and a rare ability to combine freshness, complexity, balance and elegance.

A historic terroir south of Bordeaux

Graves is one of the oldest vineyards in Bordeaux. The region takes its name directly from its gravel soils, composed of pebbles, gravel, sand and clay, sometimes mixed with limestone.

These well-draining soils favour the ripening of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon. The creation of the Pessac-Léognan AOC in 1987 distinguished the northern part of Graves, where several of Bordeaux’s most prestigious estates are located.

The great châteaux of Graves & Pessac-Léognan

Château Haut-Brion: the absolute reference of Pessac-Léognan, the only 1855 First Growth located outside the Médoc, renowned for its profound red wines and extremely rare whites.

Château La Mission Haut-Brion: a classified Graves growth with an intense, refined and profound style, and one of the most sought-after names in the appellation.

Château Pape Clément: a historic Pessac-Léognan estate, known for structured reds and white wines of great aromatic intensity.

Choose according to your needs

For the table: Pessac-Léognan reds, dry white Graves, creamy poultry dishes, noble fish, roasted meats and dishes with smoky notes.

For gifting: Château Haut-Brion, La Mission Haut-Brion and Pape Clément are strong, immediately recognisable names, fully aligned with the image of great Bordeaux wines.

For discovery: the red and white wines of the appellation offer a gravelly, smoky, fresh and refined expression of Bordeaux.

Red wines from Graves and Pessac-Léognan

Red wines from Graves and Pessac-Léognan are based mainly on Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, complemented depending on the estate by Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot or Malbec. They stand out for their linear structure, fine tannins and aromatic precision.

Cabernet Sauvignon: structure, freshness, blackcurrant, graphite, cedar and ageing potential.

Merlot: roundness, ripe fruit, texture and balance within the blends.

Style: elegant, smoky and deep reds, often marked by black fruit, blond tobacco, fine spices and the freshness of gravel soils.

Great dry white wines from Bordeaux

The white wines of Graves and Pessac-Léognan are among the greatest dry white wines of Bordeaux. Blends of Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon and sometimes Muscadelle, they combine tension, texture, citrus notes, white flowers, exotic fruit and smoky nuances.

Over time, the finest whites gain complexity, developing honeyed, toasted, waxy and lightly spicy notes, while retaining the freshness essential to their balance.

The Graves classification and historic prestige

The Graves classification, established in 1953 and confirmed in 1959, distinguishes classified growths in red, white or both colours. It highlights the historic role of this part of the Bordeaux vineyard and the value of its great estates.

Red classified growths: structured, deep wines capable of evolving for many years in bottle.

White classified growths: complex, rare dry whites sought after for their precision and longevity.

Haut-Brion: a unique case in Bordeaux history, both an 1855 First Growth and a major reference of Pessac-Léognan.

Vintages, service and pairings

Great vintages of Graves and Pessac-Léognan reveal the balance between ripeness, freshness and depth. The reds often benefit from being opened in advance, while the dry whites require precise serving temperatures to preserve their tension and complexity.

Sought-after vintages: 2022, 2020, 2018, 2016, 2010, 2009, 2005, 2000, 1996, 1990, 1988, 1983, 1978, 1961, 1959.

Red wine pairings: entrecôte à la bordelaise, roasted rack of lamb, stuffed pigeon, game birds and dishes with reduced jus.

White wine pairings: roasted sea bass, turbot, Bresse chicken with cream, shellfish, mature cheeses and gastronomic cuisine.

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A selection available with delivery in Switzerland

World Web Wines offers a selection of Graves & Pessac-Léognan wines available online with delivery in Switzerland. It brings together deep red wines, characterful dry whites, classified growths and bottles chosen for their provenance and genuine interest.

Exploring this selection means discovering one of the oldest and most refined expressions of Bordeaux, between gravel soils, great châteaux, structured reds and exceptional dry whites.

Our promise: a clear and demanding selection of Graves & Pessac-Léognan wines, designed to discover the great châteaux of the appellation, accompany a fine table or offer a characterful Bordeaux wine.

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