A sustainable vineyard in the heart of a prestigious appellation
Château Haut-Lagrange is located in the heart of the Pessac-Léognan appellation, on a gravelly terroir which gives the wines their high quality.
Château Haut-Lagrange, located in the heart of the Pessac-Léognan appellation, is a recent creation (1989). However, the Belleyme map, dating back to 1764, already mentions the planting of vines on the property's current site.
A quality grape, the basis for producing a great wine, is produced by a vine that receives as much regular and limited nutrition from the soil and subsoil as possible. The gravelly terroir of Haut-Lagrange is the archetype.
The climate is temperate and favorable to vines thanks to its mildness and regular humidity. It is greatly influenced by the nearby ocean, which brings sea air filtered by the nearby Landes forest.
We observe the interaction of the plant with its environment and monitor its development, ensuring that no disease or other pest can compromise the growth of our various grape varieties.
We intervene minimally, using alternative methods that have the least possible impact on humans and the environment. For example, we use pheromones to disrupt moths that harm grapes, instead of using pesticides.
If pests are present in our vineyards, we use certified organic or biocontrol products. No carcinogenic, mutagenic, or reprotoxic products have been used at Haut-Lagrange for many years.
We regularly work the soil with mechanical tools to allow for better development of the microfauna present in the lower layers of the soil. This limits soil compaction.
In the winery, we use state-of-the-art machinery that allows for delicate handling of the grapes and wine, limiting oxidation and ensuring a product of excellence.
Château Haut-Lagrange is Terra Vitis and HVE certified. The specifications of these labels require complete transparency with consumers. The goal is to guarantee a quality product.
This notably involves reducing the use of sulfites in our wines, a practice we've been implementing for several years at Haut-Lagrange. Traceability and justification of wine treatments are part of our daily approach.