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Château Olivier

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Château Olivier is a wine estate located in the commune of Léognan, in the Gironde department of the Nouvelle Aquitaine region. Its wine production belongs to the Pessac Léognan AOC. In 1953, it was classified as a Grand Cru in the Graves wine classification, for both red and white wines. Find out more
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The history of Château Olivier



Château Olivier was a seigneury in the High Middle Ages. It is said that its game-rich lands were a favorite hunting ground for Prince Edward of Woodstock, Prince of Wales, Earl of Chester, Duke of Cornwall, Prince of Aquitaine, and eldest son of Edward III of England and Philippa of Hainaut, better known by his nickname the Black Prince. Since the 19th century, the estate has belonged to an old Bordeaux lineage, the de Bethmann family.

The Château Olivier vineyard



Château Olivier nestles in the heart of a vast, magnificent estate, made up of vineyards, but also meadows and forests. It sits in the middle of a clearing, where it displays its beautiful architecture and water features. Just 11 kilometers from Bordeaux, Château Olivier is a haven of greenery and peace, so far from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Château Olivier has the rare distinction of being endowed with excellent terroirs for producing both white and red wines. Red wine, however, remains in the majority. A total of 60 hectares of gravelly terroir on a clay-limestone base are home to six different grape varieties.

The red wine grape varieties are 45% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Cabernet Franc, with an average age of 20 years. For white wine, the grape varieties are 55% Semillon, 40% Sauvignon and the remaining 5% Muscadelle. The vines dedicated to white wine have an average age of 30 years.

Chateau Olivier wines


Château Olivier Grand Cru Classé Rouge


Château Olivier Grand Cru Classé Rouge is composed of 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot and 2% Petit Verdot. This is a rich, fruity wine to which the Merlot contributes long, intense tannins. The powerful nose evokes red and black forest berries. The attack on the palate is lively, with excellent length.

Château Olivier Grand Cru Classé Blanc


Château Olivier Grand Cru Classé Blanc is a blend of 75% Sauvignon, 23% Semillon and 2% Muscadelle. This very fresh wine has a light yellow color. The presence of Sauvignon imposes notes of grapefruit and tangerine. The aromatic palette is enriched by the Semillon, which adds aromas of candied apricot. The attack is frank and the palate long.

Le Dauphin d'Olivier Rouge


Le Dauphin d'Olivier Rouge is 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon. It boasts an attractive garnet-red color. The nose is particularly aromatic, with crisp aromas of ripe red fruit and jam. The palate is long, round and fleshy. The tannins are always pleasant, silky and elegant.
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