Château La Prade
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Grown on rare 'astéries' limestone shared with Saint-Émilion, crafted by Nicolas Thienpont for exceptional quality and value.
Château La Prade is a 7-hectare estate purchased by Nicolas Thienpont in 2000, situated in the village of Saint-Cibard in the Francs-Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. The vineyards are planted with 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc on a remarkable terroir of 'astéries' limestone — the same rare, exceptionally hard limestone used to build the historic monuments of Saint-Émilion. Located partly on the limestone plateau and partly on hillsides, the estate produces around 30,000 bottles annually. The wines are celebrated for their distinct limestone mineral character, elegance, fresh acidity, and outstanding value, consistently ranking among the top critic-rated wines of the appellation.
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Who Is This For?
For those who love the elegance of Saint-Émilion Merlot but want to discover a hidden gem at a more approachable price point.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who owns Château La Prade?
- Château La Prade was purchased by Nicolas Thienpont in 2000. Nicolas is a leading figure in Bordeaux winemaking, also known for Château Puygueraud, Les Charmes-Godard, and Laclaverie in the Francs-Côtes de Bordeaux appellation.
- What makes the terroir of Château La Prade so distinctive?
- The vineyards sit on 'astéries' limestone — a particularly hard and rare type of limestone also used to construct the famous historic monuments of Saint-Émilion. This terroir gives the wine a clear, refined mineral character that sets it apart from typical Bordeaux.
- What grape varieties are used at Château La Prade?
- The wine is made from 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc, planted on both the limestone plateau and hillside terroirs in the village of Saint-Cibard.
- How much wine does Château La Prade produce?
- The estate covers 7 hectares and produces approximately 30,000 bottles per year.
- Why is Château La Prade considered exceptional value?
- Despite sharing terroir characteristics with much more expensive Saint-Émilion estates, Château La Prade consistently achieves high critic scores at a fraction of the price, making it one of the top value picks in the Bordeaux right bank.