Château Ferrière
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One of the smallest and most exclusive Third Growths in the 1855 classification. A biodynamic pioneer in Médoc, certified by both Demeter and Biodyvin. Owner Claire Villars-Lurton's philosophy of expressing pure terroir results in wines of exceptional finesse and minerality.
Château Ferrière is a Third Growth estate in the 1855 Bordeaux classification, located in the heart of the Margaux appellation. Founded in the late 17th century by ship-broker Gabriel Ferrière, the estate spans 24 hectares planted with Cabernet Sauvignon (51%), Merlot (41%), Petit Verdot (6%), and Cabernet Franc (2%). Under owner Claire Villars-Lurton of G&C Lurton Estates, Ferrière became a biodynamic pioneer in the Médoc, earning organic certification in 2015 and biodynamic double-certification (Demeter & Biodyvin) in 2018. Innovative winemaking using egg-shaped concrete tanks and amphorae, alongside 70-year-old vines dating from the 1950s, yields wines of remarkable minerality, freshness, and silky elegance.
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Who Is This For?
Ideal for Bordeaux enthusiasts seeking elegance and innovation in a Grand Cru Classé, as well as organic and biodynamic wine lovers looking for an authentic expression of Margaux terroir from a rare small-production estate.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What appellation and classification does Château Ferrière hold?
- Château Ferrière is classified as a Third Growth (Troisième Cru Classé) in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, located in the Margaux AOC in the Médoc region of Bordeaux, France.
- What makes Château Ferrière unique among Médoc estates?
- Ferrière is one of the smallest classified growths in the Médoc and a pioneer of biodynamic viticulture in the region. It holds double biodynamic certification (Demeter and Biodyvin) and uses innovative winemaking vessels including egg-shaped concrete tanks and amphorae.
- What is the style of Château Ferrière wines?
- The wines are known for their mineral-driven character, freshness, and silky elegance. Owner Claire Villars-Lurton focuses on pure terroir expression without artifice, resulting in wines with lively fruit, fine tannins, and vibrant acidity.
- What grape varieties are used at Château Ferrière?
- The 24-hectare vineyard is planted with Cabernet Sauvignon (51%), Merlot (41%), Petit Verdot (6%), and Cabernet Franc (2%). Over a third of the vines were planted in the 1950s, with some exceeding 70 years of age.
- Who owns and manages Château Ferrière today?
- Claire Villars-Lurton, granddaughter of Jacques Merlaut who purchased the estate in 1988, owns and directs Château Ferrière through G&C Lurton Estates. She inherited the estate at age 25 and led its transformation to biodynamic farming.