Who makes it
The vineyard presence at Château Blaignan dates to the 14th century and is classified as Cru Bourgeois Médoc. Emmanuel Lesné serves as Technical Director. Régis Porfilet is Partner-Manager and jointly directs technical operations with Lesné, while Amélie Porfilet is the Oenologist.
Where it grows
Château Blaignan is located in Blaignan-Prignac, Gironde, in the northern Médoc. Two limestone hills rise approximately 40 metres on the property. The soil is clay-limestone.
What they make
The range includes Château Blaignan Cru Bourgeois Médoc and Château Prieuré de Blaignan.
Château Prieuré de Blaignan comes from a 20-hectare enclave within the main estate. Château Blaignan has sustained deep colour, pronounced blackcurrant and black cherry, delicate spice, an ample palate, and silky, refined tannins. The wine has a modern Bordeaux style and a 3 to 10 year ageing range. Prieuré de Blaignan shows brilliant colour, intense red fruit aromas, supple tannins, and a delicately spicy finish.