CHÂTEAU DE BARBE BLANCHE was acquired for an half in 2000 by André Lurton. This estate is ideally situated on a ridge of clay and limestone in Lussac, facing the best slopes of St Emilion. Here Merlot is king, and is expertly used to give soft and layered complexity to the wines.

Tasting notes
Brilliant, very dark ruby red color with beautiful purplish highlights. Powerful, rich and spicy bouquet of ripe red and black fruit (cherry, blackcurrant), as well as a touch of vanilla. The wine starts out very round on the palate. It is full-bodied, rich, powerful and in no way heavy. The tannins are quite smooth. The freshness and spiciness of the nose come through in the flavor. The wine is altogether beautifully balanced and elegant. Ideal with duck or lamb.