Château Kirwan
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Margaux 3rd Grand Cru Classé with 29 soil types and parcel-by-parcel vinification — finesse meets complexity
Château Kirwan is a 3ème Grand Cru Classé estate in the Margaux appellation, founded in 1710 by Sir John Collingwood and named after Irish businessman Mark Kirwan who married his daughter. Since 1926, it has been owned by the Bordeaux négociant house Schröder & Schÿler, today managed by siblings Sophie, Nathalie, and Yann Schÿler. The 37-hectare vineyard features 29 distinct soil types — gravel, sand, clay, and limestone — with vines averaging 30 years old planted at 8,000 per hectare. Since 2016, 37 cement tulip-shaped vats enable parcel-by-parcel vinification, with the grand vin aged 18–20 months in 40% new French oak. Consulting oenologist Michel Rolland has shaped a richer, more precise style since the early 1990s. The blend typically combines Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot — one of the higher proportions of Cabernet Franc in Margaux. Thomas Jefferson praised the estate in his travel notes during his time as US ambassador to France in 1787.
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Who Is This For?
Ideal for Bordeaux enthusiasts who appreciate classic Margaux elegance with a modern, fruit-forward polish — great for collectors and those exploring classified growths beyond the First Growths.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What classification does Château Kirwan hold?
- Château Kirwan is a 3ème Grand Cru Classé (Third Growth) in the 1855 Médoc Classification, within the Margaux appellation.
- Who owns Château Kirwan?
- The estate has been owned by the Bordeaux négociant house Schröder & Schÿler since 1926, and is currently managed by siblings Sophie, Nathalie, and Yann Schÿler.
- What grape varieties are used in Château Kirwan?
- The blend typically includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot — notably with a higher proportion of Cabernet Franc than most Margaux estates.
- What makes Château Kirwan's terroir special?
- The 37-hectare vineyard features an exceptional diversity of 29 distinct soil types, including gravel, sand, clay, and limestone, which contributes to the wine's complexity.
- Is there a second wine from Château Kirwan?
- Yes, the estate produces 'Les Charmes de Kirwan' as its second wine, offering earlier-drinking accessibility while sharing the estate's signature style.