Over the centuries, ownership of the château changed hands several times. In 1755, the estate was acquired by the Famille-François de Fumel family, who played a major role in the development and renown of the château. Under their management, the château and its vineyards were extended and improved, and the quality of the wines produced was considerably enhanced. In 1826, the château was sold to the Achille-Fould family, who held it until 1868, when it was bought by a consortium of Bordeaux wine merchants led by the Castéja family. The Castéja family still own the château today. Over the last few decades, Château Beychevelle has invested heavily in modernising its winemaking and ageing facilities, while preserving the traditional methods of Bordeaux wine production. The estate now boasts well-maintained vineyards covering around 90 hectares, planted mainly with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot grapes.

Today, Château Beychevelle is recognised worldwide for the quality of its wines. It is classified as a Fourth Growth in the official 1855 classification of Bordeaux wines. Château Beychevelle wines are renowned for their elegance, balance and ability to age well.

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In 1983, the château was acquired by the Japanese company Suntory, becoming the first French wine estate to be bought by a foreign company. Suntory invested heavily in the estate, modernising the equipment and renewing the vines. They also hired oenologist Marcel Ducasse to oversee the vinification process. In 2005, Suntory sold Château Lagrange to the French spirits company La Maison les Domaines Delon, owned by the Delon family. The Delon family also owns Château Léoville-Las Cases, another Saint-Julien Grand Cru Classé. This acquisition enabled synergy between the two estates and more harmonious management of the vineyards. Since then, the Delon family has continued to manage Château Lagrange successfully. The vineyard covers around 118 hectares and is planted mainly with traditional Bordeaux grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Château Lagrange produces wines renowned for their power, elegance and ability to age well.

Today, Château Lagrange is classified as a third growth in the official Bordeaux wine classification of 1855, testifying to its quality and reputation within the Saint-Julien appellation.

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However, from the mid-twentieth century onwards, Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande enjoyed a renaissance thanks to passionate and determined owners. In 1978, the de Lencquesaing family took over the reins of the estate and undertook major investments to restore the vines, modernise the facilities and improve the quality of the wines. Under the leadership of May-Éliane de Lencquesaing, the estate has become world-renowned for its exceptional wines. Pichon Lalande wines are distinguished by their elegance, complexity and ability to age gracefully.

In 2007, the Rouzaud family, owners of the Louis Roederer champagne house, acquired Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande. They have continued to invest in the estate and preserve Pichon Lalande's tradition of excellence. Today, the estate covers around 85 hectares of vines, planted mainly with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The château also produces a second wine called "Réserve de la Comtesse", as well as a white wine under the "Pauillac" appellation. Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande remains a symbol of Bordeaux excellence, combining tradition, history and expertise to produce top-quality wines that are appreciated by wine-lovers the world over.

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