Chateau Lafleur

Château Lafleur is a highly regarded wine producer based in Pomerol, Bordeaux. It is known for producing some of the most sought-after and prestigious wines in the world. The estate is known for its production of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, with a history dating back to the 19th century.

History of Château Lafleur

The history of Château Lafleur dates back to the 18th century. The estate has its origins in the 1870s, when it was founded by the Greloud family. The estate was relatively small in size and the Grelouds began to build a reputation for producing high quality wine. In the early 1940s, Château Lafleur was purchased by Jacques Guinaudeau and has remained in the hands of the Guinaudeau family ever since. This marked a new era for the estate, as the Guinaudeau family continued to improve the quality and reputation of Château Lafleur's wines. In more recent times, Château Lafleur has gained even more recognition and fame for its wines. The family is committed to preserving the estate's traditional viticulture, while also applying modern techniques to ensure the quality of their wines. Originally it was part of the larger Fleur-Blanche estate. At the end of the 18th century, the estate was divided into what are now known as Château Lafleur and Château Petrus, two of the most renowned estates in Pomerol.

Production of Château Lafleur

Château Lafleur is located in the Pomerol appellation on the right bank of the Gironde River, known for producing some of the world's most elegant and refined wines. The Pomerol appellation is known for its Merlot-based wines, and Château Lafleur is no exception. The vineyards of Château Lafleur are relatively small, covering just over 4 hectares. They are planted with approximately 50% Merlot and 50% Cabernet Franc, which makes it unique in the sense that Cabernet Franc plays an equal role alongside Merlot in its blends. The winemaking process at Château Lafleur is meticulous and traditional. The grapes are harvested and sorted by hand to ensure that only the best fruit is used. Fermentation takes place in small oak barrels and the wines are aged in French oak barrels, with a high percentage of new oak, to improve their structure and complexity. Château Lafleur is known for its red wines for their complexity, elegance and aging potential. The estate produces two main wines called Château Lafleur and Les Pensées de Lafleur. The primary wine, Château Lafleur, is one of the most sought-after and rarest wines in the world. The second wine, Les Pensées de Lafleur, is made from younger vines and is more accessible at a younger age.