ProducerSaint-Émilion
Château Dassault
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An elegant Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé with silky tannins.
Château Dassault is a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé estate in Bordeaux. Acquired in 1955 by aviation pioneer Marcel Dassault, it was elevated to Grand Cru Classé in 1969. Spanning 24 hectares, the vineyard is planted with Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon. With Michel Rolland as consultant since 1982, it produces elegant, silky, and concentrated red wines.
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Who Is This For?
Perfect for Bordeaux enthusiasts who appreciate rich, modern-styled right bank wines with silky tannins and excellent aging potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What classification does Château Dassault hold?
- Château Dassault is classified as a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé (GCC), a prestigious classification within the Bordeaux wine hierarchy.
- What are the main grape varieties grown at Château Dassault?
- The vineyard is planted with approximately 75% Merlot, 22% Cabernet Franc, and 3% to 5% Cabernet Sauvignon.
- Who is the consulting winemaker for the estate?
- The world-renowned enologist Michel Rolland has served as the consulting winemaker for Château Dassault since the 1982 vintage.
- What is the second wine of Château Dassault?
- The second wine of the estate is called Le 'D' de Dassault, crafted from the younger vines of the vineyard.
- How is Château Dassault connected to Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)?
- The Dassault family maintains a close partnership with DBR Lafite, which assists in the international distribution of their wines, and they share joint ownership in estates like Château L'Évangile.