Château Carbonnieux

A classic of Pessac-Léognan. A large property with consistent wines that never disappoint, both white and red are classified. Originally a medieval fortified farm, it is one of the largest domains in Bordeaux. Family owned and operated by the 4th generation of the Perrin family that rescued the abandoned property. With its long history it has some terrific stories, including the Bordelaise captured by a sultan who shipped white wine into the harem as ‘eau de carbonnieux’ as it was so limpid. Or the pecan tree said to have planted in the park by Jefferson when he visited in the late 1700s. In Bordeaux anything is possible!