{"id":46247,"date":"2024-04-13T15:55:33","date_gmt":"2024-04-13T13:55:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/francevisiting.com\/?p=46247"},"modified":"2024-04-16T18:05:50","modified_gmt":"2024-04-16T16:05:50","slug":"chateau-de-france-50th-birthday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/francevisiting.com\/index.php\/2024\/04\/13\/chateau-de-france-50th-birthday\/","title":{"rendered":"Ch\u00e2teau de France launches a new 2021 vintage to celebrate its 50th birthday of the Thomassin family, in Pessac-L\u00e9ognan"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"\"For more than half a century now, the Thomassin family has been an unwavering pillar of winemaking excellence at Ch\u00e2teau de France<\/em>, in the prestigious Pessac-Leognan territory, anchored in the Bordeaux region.  <\/strong><\/div>\n
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Thus, the 2021 year marked a remarkable milestone in the history of this wine dynasty, a celebration of fifty years of commitment, passion and innovation in the service of the art of viticulture. Acquired in 1971 by Bernard Thomassin, the Ch\u00e2teau de France has become synonymous with quality and authenticity. <\/strong>By AP<\/em><\/div>\n
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..never enough to cultivate those wide wineries<\/strong>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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One Thomassin<\/strong> may hide another, here in a wine fair<\/strong>..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Pursuing the same clear vision<\/strong> and unfailing dedication<\/strong> since its early days, the Thomassin<\/strong> family has transformed this typical Bordeaux<\/strong> estate into a wine<\/strong> gem, respected around the World (photo credits: Ch\u00e2teau de France<\/em>).  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

From vines<\/strong> to bottles<\/strong>, each stage of production<\/strong> is imbued with the expertise<\/strong> and know-how<\/strong>, passed down from generation to generation. Over the years, Ch\u00e2teau de France<\/strong><\/em> has distinguished itself with its exceptional wines, reflecting the unique expression of the Bordeaux<\/strong> terroir<\/em>.  <\/div>\n
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..of exceptional quality<\/b>, while preserving natural resources<\/strong> for future generations.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Admire a real combination between tradition<\/strong> and modernity<\/strong> to produce wines<\/strong>.. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

From deep, elegant red wines<\/strong> to refined, refreshing white wines<\/strong>, each vintage<\/strong> embodies the very essence of the art of winemaking<\/strong>, carrying within it the respectful heritage and tradition of the Thomassin<\/strong> family.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

By the way, what truly sets the Thomassin<\/strong> family apart from other wineries<\/strong>, is probably its commitment to innovation<\/strong> and sustainability<\/strong>. Furthermore, the family embraces environmentally<\/strong> friendly viticultural<\/strong> practices and investing in cutting-edge technologies<\/strong>. <\/div>\n
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..and the large wine cellar<\/strong>, where lie many treasures<\/strong>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Black and white panorama<\/strong><\/em> of the castle<\/strong>..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Beyond its international recognition<\/strong>, the Ch\u00e2teau de France<\/strong><\/em> is also a place of gathering and sharing, where wine lovers<\/strong> from all over the World are welcomed with warmth<\/strong> and friendliness<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Therefore, you could as well count on the possibility of in situ<\/em> estate tours<\/strong>, tastings<\/strong> and special events<\/strong>, especially organized by the Thomassin<\/strong> family. Ideal for all visitors<\/strong> to get an immersive experience<\/strong> in the captivating galaxy of Bordeaux<\/strong> viticulture. <\/div>\n
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..ideal to share with friends<\/strong> with a cheese<\/strong> platter..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Those wines<\/strong> are only sold in the online store<\/strong>..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Apart from this, as the Thomassin<\/strong> family celebrates 50 years<\/strong> at the Ch\u00e2teau de France<\/strong><\/em><\/a> with a dedicated anniversary<\/strong> cuv\u00e9e<\/em><\/strong>, it’s a good occasion to look towards the future with a great wine<\/strong> of course! <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Indeed, this cuv\u00e9e<\/strong><\/em> was initiated in 2021<\/strong> but was recently unveiled, as a good illustration of the passion<\/strong> and unwavering commitment<\/strong> to excellence from the Ch\u00e2teau de France<\/strong><\/em>. Only issued in 1300<\/strong> bottles and 100<\/strong> magnums, you can be sure to be one of the happy fews<\/strong><\/em>, this 2021<\/strong> vintage would naturally seduce all your senses<\/strong>. This particular cuv\u00e9e<\/strong><\/em>, reserved for individuals<\/strong>, is only composed of Cabernet Sauvignon<\/strong><\/em> from certain plots<\/strong> and dressed with the historic Ch\u00e2teau de France<\/strong><\/em> label, which dates from the 1920s<\/strong>. <\/div>\n
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..of this legendary estate<\/strong>, by inspiring future generations<\/strong>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Be ready to open this gem<\/strong>, able to contribute to write the history<\/strong>.. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Starting from its tempting fragrance<\/strong> of cherry<\/strong>, among other red fruits<\/strong>, pursuing on dark<\/strong> red robe to enlighten your table<\/strong>. Although, 2021<\/strong> was not a very sunny<\/strong> year, but their wines<\/strong> were fulfilled with some genuine refined substance<\/strong>, along fairly smooth tannins<\/strong><\/em>, doubled with balanced acidity<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Adding to this, this collector<\/strong> wine<\/strong> holds a promising aging potential<\/strong>, notably thanks to its delicacy<\/strong> and the legacy of its estate<\/strong> heritage, but also the absence of greenness<\/strong> nor under-ripeness<\/strong>. We recommend you to appreciate with fine cheese<\/strong>, traditional dishes<\/strong> or as a simple appetizer<\/strong>.<\/div>\n
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Ch\u00e2teau de France<\/strong><\/em><\/a>, 98 Avenue de Mont de Marsan, 33850 L\u00e9ognan (France) \/ Phone : 00 33 (0)5 56 64 75 39. More details on their website<\/strong><\/a>.<\/div>\n
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