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Château Talbot – Saint-Julien
An iconic Fourth Growth Classified Cru, celebrated for its balance, consistency, and refined Médoc charm.
A Timeless Médoc Classic
Classified as a Fourth Growth in 1855, Château Talbot embodies the discreet nobility of the great Saint-Julien estates. The property owes its name to John Talbot, Earl of Shrewsbury, a key figure of the Hundred Years' War, and is now passionately run by the Bignon-Cordier family. Combining tradition, precision, and modernity, the estate produces wines of balance, elegance, and age-worthy charm.
A Vast Terroir of Garonne Gravels
The vineyard spans 102 hectares in a single block on the gravelly ridges typical of Saint-Julien. This exceptional terroir, overlooking the Gironde estuary, benefits from a temperate microclimate and excellent natural drainage, ensuring even ripening of the grapes.
| Vineyard area | 102 ha |
| Grape varieties | 70% Cabernet Sauvignon · 20% Merlot · 5% Petit Verdot · 5% Cabernet Franc |
| Ideal maturity | 7 to 25 years depending on the vintage |
Style & Signature
Château Talbot’s style is defined by classical elegance: aromas of blackcurrant and violet, silky tannins, and a straight, persistent structure. The finest vintages display controlled power, mineral freshness, and outstanding cellaring potential.
Wines of the Estate
Château Talbot
The Grand Vin of the estate, renowned for its balance, classical profile, and subtle charm. Reference vintages: 2019, 2018, 2010, 2009, 2000, 1986, 1982.
Connétable Talbot
The second wine of the estate, softer and more approachable, elegantly expressing the house signature.
Caillou Blanc de Château Talbot
A rare Bordeaux Blanc crafted from old Sauvignon and Sémillon vines. Taut, mineral, floral and delicately complex.
Key Figures
| Annual production | ≈ 400,000 bottles |
| Vineyard area | 102 ha |
| Second wine | Connétable Talbot (≈ 300,000 bottles) |
| Grape varieties | 70% Cabernet Sauvignon · 20% Merlot · 5% Petit Verdot · 5% Cabernet Franc |
| Great vintages | 2020, 2019, 2018, 2010, 2009, 2000, 1986, 1982, 1945 |
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