A committed winery

Château de Vimont is owned by the Institut Don Bosco, one of the region’s leading medical and social organizations. The domaine covers 16 hectares of vines cultivated on the Portets plateau, in the heart of the emblematic Graves vineyards.

The estate is committed to producing wines that reflect the terroir and its values. The vineyard is managed with the greatest respect for the environment and biodiversity, and is HVE certified. What’s more, the estate employs disabled people who work passionately to produce high-quality wines.

The estate produces wines in the Graves and Bordeaux Supérieur appellations. Red wines are made from Merlot (the dominant grape variety), Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec. White wines are made from Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc.

An ideal terroir for growing vines

The Château de Vimont vineyards benefit from terroir elements that allow the berries to ripen perfectly. On the Portets plateau, the hilltop is composed of a mosaic of gravels, which are dry soils that drain well in the event of heavy rain. Bordeaux’s oceanic climate is also a determining factor in vine-growing. The influence of the ocean combined with a sufficiently dry, hot summer, followed by an autumn with little rainfall, ensures that the grapes ripen well and produce quality juice.

Château de Vimont wines

Château de Vimont red 2018, produced in the Graves appellation, is a blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. This wine has a rich aromatic palette, combining notes of red and black fruits with toasty notes. On the palate, this wine is full-bodied, with a creamy texture, silky tannins and a lingering finish. It is the ideal companion for grilled red meats, game in sauce, gratin dauphinois and cheeses… A guaranteed delight!

Château de Vimont white 2019 is a blend of Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc. This wine combines freshness, minerality and fruitiness. As the winemaker explains, this is a vintage that promises immediate pleasure. Combined with cooked fish or citrus poultry, it will delight your taste buds!

The V of Château de Vimont 2019 is a Bordeaux Supérieur, 100% Merlot. Intense notes of red fruit dominate the nose. The palate is intensely fruity, fleshy and full-bodied. For added delight, pair with meats grilled on vine shoots, a Provençal tian or a red fruit mousse.

La Parcelle 1915 is a red Graves from the estate’s century-old vines. This is the estate’s star wine, intensely aromatic and gourmet. The nose reveals a bouquet combining red fruit and subtle spicy notes. On the palate, attractive toasty flavors complete the aromatic palette. The wine is full-bodied, dense and perfectly balanced. For a meal, pair it with game in sauce, candied vegetables with sweet spices or chocolate cake.

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