ProducerLalande-de-Pomerol
Château La Croix Saint-André
シャトー・ラ・クロワ・サン・タンドレ
Elegant Lalande-de-Pomerol crafted from century-old vines.
Château La Croix Saint-André is a family-owned estate in Lalande-de-Pomerol, Bordeaux, owned by the Carayon family since 1965. The 15-hectare vineyard features 100-year-old vines that survived the 1956 frost. Planted with 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, the estate produces elegant wines under consultant Stéphane Derenoncourt. It was famously favored by pianist Arthur Rubinstein.
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Who Is This For?
Perfect for lovers of right-bank Bordeaux who appreciate the plushness of Merlot and the complexity of old-vine heritage. It offers exceptional value compared to neighboring Pomerol.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who owns Château La Croix Saint-André?
- The estate has been owned by the Carayon family since 1965. Francis Carayon currently oversees the estate, working with renowned consultant winemaker Stéphane Derenoncourt.
- What is unique about the vineyard's vine age?
- The vineyard contains some of the oldest vines in the Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation, with select plots of vines over 100 years old that survived the devastating frost of 1956.
- Which famous personalities are associated with this estate?
- The legendary pianist Arthur Rubinstein was a devoted fan, and the 1982 vintage was dedicated to his memory. The famous French cartoonist Albert Uderzo, creator of Asterix, was also a notable admirer of the wine.
- What are the grape varieties and soil types of the estate?
- The vineyard is planted with 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, situated on a diverse terroir of clay, gravel, and silica that mirrors the plateau of Pomerol.
- What is the second wine of Château La Croix Saint-André?
- The second wine produced by the estate is called Château La Croix Saint-Louis.