Château Pape Clément
シャトー・パプ・クレマン
Bordeaux's oldest named estate, Graves Grand Cru Classé for both red and white since 1959
One of Bordeaux's oldest and most historically significant estates, founded in 1306 by Pope Clement V — whose papal name gave the château its name. Located in Pessac-Léognan and classified in the 1959 Graves classification for both red and white wines, Château Pape Clément combines over 700 years of viticultural heritage with modern precision under owner Bernard Magrez. The estate produces concentrated, structured red wines from 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot on ancient Pyrenean gravel terraces, alongside a prestigious white wine from Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, and Sauvignon Gris. Since 1985, Magrez's sweeping investments and the guidance of consultant Michel Rolland have elevated Pape Clément into one of Pessac-Léognan's most sought-after producers.
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Who Is This For?
For collectors and enthusiasts seeking historically significant Bordeaux with both a magnificent red and a rare, high-quality white wine under the same legendary estate
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why is Château Pape Clément historically important?
- Château Pape Clément is the oldest named wine estate in Bordeaux, founded in 1306 and named after Pope Clement V. It has been producing wine continuously for over 700 years, making it one of the world's longest-running wine estates.
- What classification does Château Pape Clément hold?
- Château Pape Clément is a Grand Cru Classé de Graves, classified in the 1959 Graves Classification for both red and white wines — making it one of the very few Bordeaux estates with dual classification in both colors.
- Who owns Château Pape Clément today?
- Since 1985, Château Pape Clément has been owned by Bernard Magrez, one of Bordeaux's most prominent wine entrepreneurs. Magrez invested heavily to modernize the estate while retaining its historic terroir, working with renowned consultant Michel Rolland.
- What grape varieties are used at Château Pape Clément?
- The red wine is a blend of approximately 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot, with small amounts of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. The white wine uses 50% Sauvignon Blanc, 40% Sémillon, and 10% Sauvignon Gris.
- How long should Château Pape Clément wines be aged?
- The red wines show their best between 8 and 20 years from vintage, with exceptional years like 2005, 2010, and 2018 capable of aging much longer. The white wine also rewards cellaring for 5–10 years.