Château La Vieille Cure
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37-hectare single-block Fronsac estate guided by Jean-Luc Thunevin — exceptional Bordeaux at unbeatable value.
Château La Vieille Cure is one of Fronsac's most celebrated estates, occupying a remarkable 37-hectare single contiguous vineyard on the limestone and clay plateaux rising to 65 metres above the River Isle. The estate was purchased in 1986 by American partners Colin Ferenbach and Peter Sachs, who invested heavily in renovating the winery and replanting the vineyards, bringing in Michel Rolland as consultant. Since 2013, the legendary Jean-Luc Thunevin — founder of Pomerol's Valandraud — has served as winemaking consultant. The vineyard, planted 75% Merlot, 22% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon, includes some of Fronsac's oldest vines approaching 100 years of age. All grapes are hand-harvested, fermented in stainless steel with a 3-4 week cold maceration, and aged in French oak barrels. With annual production of around 15,000 cases distributed in over 25 countries, La Vieille Cure consistently delivers exceptional Bordeaux quality at outstanding value.
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Who Is This For?
For Bordeaux enthusiasts who want Saint-Émilion-level quality and complexity without the grand cru price tag, and for wine lovers looking for structured, age-worthy reds with a genuine sense of terroir.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who makes the wine at Château La Vieille Cure?
- Since 2013, Jean-Luc Thunevin — the legendary winemaker behind Château Valandraud in Pomerol — has served as winemaking consultant, bringing his expertise in crafting rich, concentrated Right Bank Bordeaux.
- What makes Château La Vieille Cure's vineyard special?
- The 37-hectare vineyard is a rare single contiguous block — highly unusual for Bordeaux — planted on limestone and clay slopes rising to 65 metres, with some Merlot vines approaching 100 years of age.
- How should I age Château La Vieille Cure?
- The wine peaks between 3 and 15 years after the vintage. It can be enjoyed young for its forward fruit character, but rewards cellaring with greater complexity and silkier tannins.
- Is Château La Vieille Cure good value?
- Consistently described as one of the best values in Bordeaux — offering depth, structure, and elegance comparable to much more expensive Saint-Émilion or Pomerol wines.
- What food pairs best with Château La Vieille Cure?
- Classic Bordeaux pairings work beautifully: roast lamb, duck, beef tenderloin, and game. The wine is also excellent with mushroom dishes, truffle pasta, and aged hard cheeses.