Château Cassagne Haut-Canon
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A hidden gem of Canon-Fronsac: limestone-driven, Merlot-led Bordeaux from a family estate with 45-year-old vines and truffle oaks.
Located in the prestigious Canon-Fronsac appellation of Bordeaux, Château Cassagne Haut-Canon is a 15-hectare estate situated on the limestone plateau of Saint-Michel-de-Fronsac. Originally a hunting lodge built by the Duc de Richelieu, the property was acquired in 1956 by Charles Dubois and is now run by his son Jean-Jacques Dubois (oenologist) and wife Zita from 1983. The vineyards are planted with 60% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon on clay-limestone soils with an average vine age of 45 years. The estate pursues sustainable viticulture under an Environmental Management System (ISO 14001) and produces two main cuvées: the classic Château Cassagne Haut-Canon and the prestige 'La Truffière', named after the truffle oaks on the property. La Truffière is aged in 30–40% new oak and has won international recognition including a gold medal at Vinexpo.
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Who Is This For?
Ideal for lovers of refined Right Bank Bordeaux seeking complexity, terroir expression, and excellent value from a lesser-known appellation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the primary grape variety of Château Cassagne Haut-Canon?
- The wines are composed of 60% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, grown on clay-limestone soils in the Canon-Fronsac appellation.
- What is special about the 'La Truffière' cuvée?
- La Truffière is the prestige cuvée, named after the truffle oaks on the estate. It is aged in 30–40% new oak and won a gold medal and international trophy at Vinexpo, showcasing the Cabernet Sauvignon planted in the stony soil around the truffle oaks.
- Does this wine pair well with Japanese cuisine?
- Yes, its structured tannins and earthy complexity make it an excellent companion for soy sauce-based meat dishes such as sukiyaki or grilled eel with tare sauce.