Château Croizet Bages

The history of Château Croizet Bages

Château Croizet Bages was founded by the Croizet brothers in the first half of the 18th century. These parliamentarians from Bordeaux came up with the idea of creating a winegrowing estate in the commune of Pauillac, by combining different plots of land purchased from as many farmers as necessary to create a coherent cultivated area. The center was located in the hamlet of Bages.

The vineyards of Château Croizet Bages continued to be cultivated with the aim of excellence. The hard work paid off when it was classified as a Cinquième Grand Cru in 1855.

In 1942, Château Croizet Bages was bought by Paul Quié. At the time, he already owned the estates of Bel Orme Tronquoy de Lalande and Château Rauzan Gassies, producer of Grand Cru Classé de Margaux.

After the Second World War, Paul Quié undertook extensive work to modernize the estate. In 1968, he handed over management of the estate to his son, Jean-Michel. Today, Château Croizet Bages is managed by Jean-Michel Quié, now in partnership with his children, Anne-Françoise and Jean-Philippe. The family still owns the other two châteaux inherited from their ancestor Paul.

The Château Croizet Bages vineyard

The Château Croizet Bages vineyard covers 30 hectares in a single block, in the terroir of the hamlet of Bages, where one of the most famous croups in the Pauillac appellation is located. Each plot is treated independently, according to grape variety and age.

The soil consists mainly of gravelly sand and deep gravel, ensuring natural drainage and a high concentration of grape aromas. Sun exposure is very favorable.

The Château Croizet Bages vineyard is planted with 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 39% Merlot and 3% Petit Verdot.

The Château Croizet Bages estate is run with respect for the environment, earning it HVE (High Environmental Value) certification.

The wine is aged for 12 months, in 50% new barrels. Average annual production is 80,000 bottles.

The wines of Château Croizet Bages

The estate produces two wines: Château Croizet Bages and Alias Croizet Bages.

Château Croizet Bages

Château Croizet Bages is predominantly Merlot, harvested quite early to bring roundness to the cru. Its color is an intense red. The nose is spirited, with notes of candied cherry.

A touch of Petit Verdot adds vivacity, while Cabernet Sauvignon enriches the wine with its powerful, long-lasting aromatic palette, which grows with age.

The palate is rich in black fruit and cedar flavors. The structure of Château Croizet Bages is tannic, with just the right amount of fat to give it fullness.