HISTORYChateau Larose Trintaudon > HistoryShare this page CREATION IN 1719The origins of the domain go back to 1719, but it was in 1838 that a certain Henry Delaroze, mayor of Saint-Laurent, created a vineyard on the parcel known as the "tènement de Trintaudon", a magnificent gravelly hillside up to then uncultivated. The property is mentioned under the name of " Trentaudon " in the first edition of « Bordeaux and its Wines" published by Féret (1850)/ In the second edition of Féret (1868), it is classed as a cru bourgeois, then in the third edition (1874), as a cru bourgeois supérieur. In 1870, Comte Ernest de Lahens presided over this domain of 345 ha and commissioned the building of château Trintaudon, capped with its distinctive tower dominating the landscape like a lighthouse in an ocean of vines. DECLINE AND RENAISSANCEProsperity, passage through the hands of several owners, then the ravages of phylloxera and mildew took their toll on the viticultural vocation of the property. In 1923, Comte Tchernoff, a white Russian migrant, delivered the fatal blow to the domain. He spent 7 million francs in an attempt to become a pioneer of industrial dairy farming, but in pulling up the greater part of the vines he ruined both the domain and himself. In 1963, after having been owned by a great Spanish general Duke Del Infantado, the domain Trintaudon was bought in a state of semi-abandon by the Forner family, who were already proprietors of Château Camensac and Marques de Caceres in the Rioja wine region of Spain. 175 hectares of the best grape varieties were planted on the scientific advice of an eminent wine and vineyard specialist, Professor Émile Peynaud. IN THE PORTFOLIO OF AGF-ALLIANZ In 1986, the insurance company Allianz bought the domain, now one of the largest vineyards in the Medoc both in terms of size and production, based on the great potential of its 'terroir' It has since built up a fine reputation and is now considered one of the very best Crus Bourgeois.
Decanter 90 “Located directly opposite Larose Perganson on complex gravel, sandy-gravel and clay-limestone soils, this gives you Medoc character with cassis and bilberry, and a eucalyptus
Tasting notes Beautiful dark ruby color with quite an intense bouquet bringing together aromas or red ripe berries as well as spicier vanilla notes. On the
James Suckling 90 Some gentle earthy and leafy aromas around redder fruits with nicely played oak spices. The palate has a strong core of linear tannins,
James Suckling 90 This shows a subtle fruit character with cherries and strawberries plus hints of vanilla. Rose petal, too. Medium to full body, fine tannins
Wine Advocate 89 "A real winner from this estate, this blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon and 35% Merlot is widely available and generally sells for under
Neal Martin 91 "Tasted at the Cru Bourgeois 2009 tasting in London. The Larose-Trintaudon 2009 has a very refined, « classic » bouquet with sous-bois, tobacco
" Deep ruby color with violet hints, of great density and brilliance. The nose, though still somewhat discrete, reveals coconut, vanilla and candied cherry aromas.Tannins
"Deep ruby. Smoky roast coffee bean with vibrant black fruit. Herbal note adds lift. Juicy, rich, almost plummy exotic spices. Supple texture and gorgeous freshness.
"The elegant Chateau is situated in Haut Medoc on a plateau lying to the northeast of the parish of Saint Laurent which borders Pauillac and
"Cru Bourgeois" 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc Decanter Magazine "Richness of Fruit combines with sweet vanill notes... Well constructed with all the key elements
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