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Located across the Dordogne from the village of Fronsac, the appellation of Graves de Vayres is historically renowned for its silky, full-flavored wines. The region\u2019s unique, sandy terroir is what gives wines their fine-grained texture, a characteristic that is expressed fully in Pont\u00eate Bellgrave\u2019s elegant, silky blend.<\/p>\n

This garrison and chateau in Saint-Germain du Puch has since the 16th century been involved with vines and winemaking. In 2004, the de la Rivi\u00e8re family purchased the estate and went about renovating the cellar and farming sustainably.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Today this native Bordeaux family has moved on to the next generation of passion and talent; winemaker Jean-Christophe Pleuvry, former winemaker Bruno de la Riviere\u2019s son-in-law, has a catching enthusiasm for the land and for Grave de Vayres\u2019 rich history.<\/p>\n

This micro-domaine is proud to craft one perfect red blend that tells the story of Graves de Vayres so eloquently, in supple and silky tones of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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FARMING & WINEMAKING<\/strong><\/p>\n

The appellation of Graves de Vayres was often compared in the 19th century to the fine wines of Pomerol. This region, located not far from Fronsac on the west side of the Dordogne river, is characterized by a series of gravelly terraces that also have a high sand content. Sub-soils are almost exclusively gravel.<\/p>\n

Vineyards are cared for sustainably, following organic practices as much as weather conditions permit. Vines are on average 40 years old, and are planted 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon.<\/p>\n

Grapes are destemmed and fermented on indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled, stainless steel tanks. Wines are aged in a mix of new (50%) and older French oak barrels for 12 months, in the estate\u2019s 16th-century cellar.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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RED WINES<\/p>\n

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The appellation\u2019s unique terroir combination of sand and gravel contribute to the wine\u2019s fine-grained tannins and silky texture. A blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon — a Bordeaux red full of finesse and fresh fruit, an overachiever through and through.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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