ProducerSaint-Émilion
Château Tour Baladoz
シャトー・トゥール・バラドズ
A majestic Grand Cru Classé from Saint-Émilion's heights.
Château Tour Baladoz is a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé estate, promoted in 2022. Owned by the De Schepper family since 1950, it sits on a clay-limestone plateau at 100m altitude. The Merlot-dominant wine offers rich black cherry and spice aromas, balanced by mineral freshness and firm tannins, representing traditional Bordeaux elegance.
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Who Is This For?
Ideal for collectors seeking a structured, age-worthy Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé. It also appeals to wine tourists loving the contrast of traditional and modern cellars.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the classification of Château Tour Baladoz?
- It is officially classified as a Grand Cru Classé in the Saint-Émilion classification as of 2022 [1.2.7].
- Who owns Château Tour Baladoz?
- The Belgian De Schepper family has owned and managed the estate since 1950.
- What are the main grape varieties used?
- The wine is predominantly made from Merlot, blended with Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and small amounts of Petit Verdot and Malbec.
- What is the unique feature of its terroir?
- The vineyard is located on a clay-limestone plateau at an altitude of 100 meters, which gives the wine its signature mineral freshness.
- How does it relate to Château La Croizille?
- Both are adjacent sister estates owned by the same family, with Tour Baladoz focusing on traditional concrete-vat winemaking while La Croizille utilizes modern techniques.