Who makes it
The ancient Lucaniacum vineyard praised by Ausonius is associated with the modern location of Château Ausone. The château's name evolved from Casteau Dauzone through Château Dosone to Château Ausone, keeping the tribute to the Latin poet in its final form. Archaeological finds at the estate include pieces of agricultural implements, mosaics depicting vines and fragments of statues.
Where it grows
Saint-Émilion is the Bordeaux setting for Château Ausone. The vineyard has a mixture of sand and clay on a limestone substrate unique to the district. Limestone deposits contribute the mineral character most tasters notice in the wines.
What they make
Château Ausone is the Grand Vin, the estate's principal red wine. It undergoes extended élevage in 100% new French oak barrels, up to 24 months depending on the vintage. Chapelle d'Ausone is the second wine, released selectively when declassification occurs.
Château Ausone has fine grained, silky tannins with vibrant acidity creating a linear palate. It is built for extraordinary longevity.