Une vie autour du vin

The Four Seasons

A Tasting Through Time

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Enter into the world of Cantemerle and discover our four pillars: the environment, the Cantemerle Experience, our commitment to quality, and the aging potential of our vintages. Each one reflects our passion for a life centered around wine. Welcome to Cantemerle, and thank you for sharing this adventure with us.

Laure Canu

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Environment and biodiversity

Ecosystem

Regulation

Balance

Harmony

Botanical Collection

Functional Biodiversity

Resilience

Ecological Restoration

Awareness

Biodiversity Preservation: at the heart of our commitment.

Botanical Collection
Each year, we gather 1,000 seeds in our park to establish ecological corridors. These corridors play a vital role in storing carbon, preventing soil erosion, filtering pollutants, and reducing the need for agricultural inputs.

Habitat Restoration
We implement ecological management practices to enhance floral diversity, safeguard local wildlife, and support essential pollinators.

Redesigned Waterways
By re-meandering waterways and stabilizing riverbanks, we improve both water quality and flow, ensuring a healthier ecosystem.

Soil Health
In partnership with INRAE, we focus on studying and enhancing soil biodiversity. This work is critical to maintaining the health of our soils, which directly influences the quality of our grapes and, ultimately, our wines.

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The Cantemerle Experience

Experience

International

Visitors

Tastings

Emotion

Sharing

At the Estate
• A unique setting featuring a beautifully renovated château, nine elegant guest rooms, and a majestic park.
• A strategic asset to foster loyalty among industry professionals and attract media attention.
• Scheduled to open to the public in 2025, offering visitors a memorable experience and the pride of becoming ambassadors for the estate.

Cantemerle in the Markets
• A strengthened market presence through targeted initiatives led by a dedicated team of four.
• Collaborative ventures: Joint efforts with négociant teams to reinforce distribution partnerships.

Cantemerle in few numbers
• Annual sales of 380,000 bottles
• 1,200 clients
• Around 60 négociants, with 40% sold en primeur and 60% available for immediate delivery.
• Distribution breakdown: 40% in Europe (35% in France), 45% in Asia, 10% in North America, and 5% in other regions.

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The quality shift

Innovation

Terroir

Vinification

Harmony

Balance

Tannins

Elegance

An Exceptional Terroir
98 hectares surrounding the estate, located on the renowned terrace 4—a terroir of deep gravel that has retained its unique contours since 1855.

A Rethought Vineyard
Since 1981, we have steadily increased the proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon from 36% to 70%, reflecting our commitment to this noble varietal.

Consistent Quality
Our winemaking philosophy prioritizes authentic fruit expression and balanced alcohol levels, steadfastly resisting fleeting trends.

A Distinctive Signature
Since 2021, we have adopted even more rigorous selection criteria, emphasizing Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend and refining the use of new oak for greater finesse.

A Future Focused on Precision
With the arrival of cutting-edge technical equipment in July 2025, we will continue to enhance the precision and excellence of our winemaking practices.

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The aging potential

Vintages

Aging

Evolution

Complexity

Tradition

One of the estate's hidden treasures is the remarkable aging capacity of its wines. Tasting older vintages, such as the iconic 1989, showcases the exceptional quality of our terroir. Cantemerle’s signature elegance endures across the decades.