Château Laclaverie
シャトー・ラクラヴリー
Named for 15th-century towers in the vineyard, Château Laclaverie has been crafted by Nicolas Thienpont since 1985 as a benchmark of finesse in Francs-Côtes de Bordeaux.
Château Laclaverie was created in 1984 when Nicolas Thienpont carved out 7.5 hectares from the neighboring Château Puygueraud estate in the Francs-Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. The name 'Laclaverie' comes from the 15th-century towers found within the vineyard. With its first vintage in 1985, the estate is now regarded as one of the finest value propositions in the appellation. The diverse terroir features clay-limestone, marne, and limon soils, and the wines — primarily Merlot blended with Cabernet — are aged for 18 to 20 months in oak barrels, developing a remarkable combination of body, finesse, and savory balance that typifies classic Bordeaux craftsmanship.
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Who Is This For?
For Bordeaux enthusiasts seeking a classic, oak-aged Merlot-driven wine with a sense of history and approachable sophistication.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the origin of the name 'Laclaverie'?
- The name comes from the 15th-century towers ('claveries') found within the vineyard. Nicolas Thienpont created the estate in 1984 by purchasing 7.5 hectares from the neighboring Château Puygueraud, with the first vintage released in 1985.
- Who is the winemaker at Château Laclaverie?
- Nicolas Thienpont has overseen the estate since its first vintage in 1985. He is one of Bordeaux's most respected winemakers, also managing Château Puygueraud, Les Charmes-Godard, and La Prade in the same appellation.
- What is the wine style at Château Laclaverie?
- The wine is primarily Merlot grown on diverse clay-limestone, marne, and limon soils. After 18 to 20 months of oak barrel aging, it develops body, finesse, and savory balance — a textbook example of classic, elegant Bordeaux winemaking.
- Is Château Laclaverie good value?
- Yes — it is widely regarded as one of the best value wines in the Francs-Côtes de Bordeaux appellation, offering the quality and personality of right-bank Bordeaux at a price well below comparable Saint-Émilion estates.
- What foods pair best with Château Laclaverie?
- The structured tannins and elegant savory character pair beautifully with roast lamb, game meats, duck à l'orange, and hearty beef stews. Earthy umami flavors — such as truffle or mushroom risotto — also complement the wine exceptionally well.