Domaine de Marchandise was founded several centuries ago, with its origins dating back to the Middle Ages. The first vineyards were planted by monks or local lords, as was often the case in this part of France. Over the centuries, the estate gradually expanded. The development of viticulture in Provence and improvements in farming techniques led to an expansion of the vineyards and an improvement in the quality of the wine produced.

The estate underwent significant modernisation during the 20th century. The owners invested in modern equipment, improved winemaking techniques and adopted more sustainable, environmentally-friendly viticultural practices. Thanks to these efforts, the Marchandise estate has gained recognition both locally and nationally. The wines produced here began to receive awards and praise from critics and wine lovers alike.

Today, Domaine de Marchandise produces a range of wines, mainly rosés, but also reds. The terroir of the region, characterised by its limestone soil and Mediterranean climate, plays a crucial role in the quality of the wines produced. The estate is committed to sustainable viticultural practices, including organic and biodynamic farming. This approach aims to preserve the environment while producing high-quality wines.

Domaine de Marchandise continues to embody the spirit and tradition of the Côtes de Provence, while innovating and adapting to the modern demands of viticulture and wine production.

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The soil is maintained according to ancient practices = claws, ploughing, no weedkillers or chemical fertilisers. The treatments are traditional, essentially copper and sulphur. Since 1996, the vineyard has been certified organic (ECOCERT control).

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Château La Lagune was included in the official classification of Bordeaux wines drawn up for the Universal Exhibition in Paris in 1855. It was awarded the status of 3rd Grand Cru Classé, a recognition that underlined the exceptional quality of its wines. The estate underwent several changes of ownership during the 20th century. In 1956, René Chayoux acquired the estate and undertook major investments to modernise the winemaking facilities and vineyards. In 2000, Caroline Frey and her family bought Château La Lagune. Caroline Frey, a passionate oenologist, has continued to modernise viticultural practices and maintain the estate's reputation for excellence.

Today, Château La Lagune covers an area of around 80 hectares, much of which is planted with noble grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. The vines benefit from an exceptional terroir, with gravelly soils and favourable exposure. Château La Lagune wines are renowned for their elegance, structure and ageing potential. They embody the tradition and savoir-faire of the Haut-Médoc region, while continuing to evolve under the guidance of dedicated owners like Caroline Frey.

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The Gaja winery was founded in 1859 by Giovanni Gaja, the Gaja family having arrived from Spain during the 17th century. The family Gaja opened a tavern in Barbaresco, serving its wines with the food. At the end of the 19th century, Gaja wines were bottled and supplied to the Italian army in Abyssinia.

In 1937, Giovanni Gaja, grandson of the founder, first put the name Gaja in big red letters on his bottles' labels. The firm progressed following World War II as Giovanni Gaja made a significant series of vineyard purchases in terms of scale and vineyard quality. Also cited as an important influence to the firm's early success is the mother of Giovanni Gaja, Clotilda Rey, who instilled the principles of working to achieve high quality to attract the desired clientele, and set high prices to manifest the prestige of the product.

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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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In the 1980s, Anne-Claude Leflaive, Joseph's granddaughter, took over the reins of the estate. She continued the family's commitment to biodynamic viticulture, an approach that integrates the principles of organic farming with a more holistic view of the vine and its environment. Through her leadership, Domaine Leflaive became one of the pioneers of biodynamic viticulture in Burgundy.

Under Anne-Claude's leadership, the estate experienced a spectacular rise and its wines were recognised internationally for their exceptional quality. The estate's vineyards cover about 25 hectares, mainly in Puligny-Montrachet, with parcels in prestigious appellations such as Montrachet, Bâtard-Montrachet, Chevalier-Montrachet and Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet. Since Anne-Claude's death in 2015, the estate has been run by her cousin, Brice de La Morandière, and her sister, Édouard Parinet, who continue to carry on the Domaine Leflaive tradition of excellence by producing white wines of great finesse, aromatic purity and exceptional depth. Today, Domaine Leflaive is considered one of the world's finest white wine producers, and its bottles are highly sought after by wine lovers and collectors.

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Domaine Ponsot is also known for its refusal to use old wine labels to prevent counterfeiting. Laurent Ponsot has played a key role in the fight against fraud in the wine world, denouncing several cases of fake bottles of Burgundy wine sold at auction.

The wines produced by Domaine Ponsot are renowned for their elegance, complexity and ability to age. The red wines, in particular, from the Grand Crus of the Côte de Nuits, such as Clos de la Roche, Griottes-Chambertin and Chapelle-Chambertin, are among the most sought-after and appreciated by wine lovers around the world.

With its rich history and commitment to quality, Domaine Ponsot continues to be an essential reference in Burgundy wine making.

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Lalou Bize-Leroy is renowned for her rigorous and demanding approach to viticulture. She voluntarily limits the yields of her vines to favour a better concentration and expression of the aromas in the grapes. The grapes are harvested by hand, and a careful selection is made to retain only the highest quality grapes. Domaine Leroy wines are considered to be among the best in Burgundy, if not the world. They are often praised for their purity, elegance and ability to reflect the terroir from which they are made. The estate's vintages are produced in limited quantities, making them highly sought after by wine lovers and collectors.

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In 1993, their son Christophe Perrot-Minot joined the domain and took over the management, after having worked as a wine broker for seven years. His previous experiences have given him a deep and broad knowledge of the winegrowing profession.

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