Description
One of the most ancient winegrowing estates in Bordeaux, Château Carbonnieux has made wine without interruption since the 13th century. The château itself is an impressive building dating from the 14th century that had as many as twelve towers at one time. The first owners—and accomplished winegrowers—were the Benedictine monks of Sainte Croix Abbey in Bordeaux, who made internationally renowned red and white centuries ago. They also succeeded in introducing their pale-colored, crystal-clear white wine to the palace of the Sultan of Constantinople by labeling it "Mineral Water of Carbonnieux" to get around the prohibition against alcoholic beverages. For over 50 years, Carbonnieux has belonged to the Perrin family, winegrowers from father to son since the early 19th century. Located on the highest point in the commune of Leognan, on soil that is perfectly drained by a stream called L'eau Blanche. The wine is made of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot; aged in oak barrels for 18 months (40% new).
