Since 1997, the Vignobles Gonfrier have developed their grape-buying activity, purchasing grapes from some forty partner winegrowers, in accordance with our production specifications and overseen by our technical staff.The resulting wines are vinified and aged by our own oenologists at our Chais de Rions site.The old medieval town of Rions, with its Grand Bern “island”, was fortified as early as 1253. The marquis enjoyed a military command over the surrounding county. The history of our region is full of epic tales of these local lords, who greatly contributed to the development of Bordeaux wines. This wine pays them homage.
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A.O.C : Bordeaux Supérieur Rouge
Vineyard surface area : 200 hectares
Terroir : Clayey-limestone slopes and gravelly plateau of the Entre-deux-Mers region
Grape varieties : 60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon
Average vine age : 25 years
Viticulture : The grapes are grown on partner properties, where we participate in caring for the vines and overseeing the vineyards’ health all year long.
Vinification : The plots are harvested according to our instructions, following grape tastings and ripeness tests. The harvested grapes are destemmed, crushed and vatted. We carry out a cold pre-fermentation maceration during a few days, to favour the extraction of colour and fruitiness. The fermentations are then carried out over several weeks at controlled temperatures.
Ageing : 8 months in American oak barrels and 6 months in tanks.
Tasting Notes : With an intense ruby red color, Marquis de Bern Bordeaux Supérieur is round, Its supple tannins contribute to the overall balance of the wine. The aromas of red fruits and slightly spicy notes make it a charming and pleasant wine to consume with roasted meats or poultry.
Medals & Awards
2019 Vintage
2020 Vintage
