Appellation : Pessac-Leognan
Chateau de Rochemorin
The Château de Rochemorin is a 77.5 hectare vineyard located in Martillac, on one of the highest gravelly hilltops of the Pessac-Léognan appellation. Founded in 1520 by a Gentleman from the Sarlat region, the Château de Rochemorin has only kept its architectural style from the Périgord. In the 18th century, the estate became the property of Charles Louis de Secondat, future Baron de Montesquieu. Very attached to his vineyard, this philosopher, author of the “Persian Letters”, made himself willingly ambassador of these wines during his numerous travels. Bought in 1973 by André Lurton, the vineyard was replanted and an ultra-modern winery was built in 2005. A new era began for this château with its avant-garde spirit.
Chateau de Rochemorin
Appellation : Pessac-Leognan
The Château de Rochemorin is a 77.5 hectare vineyard located in Martillac, on one of the highest gravelly hilltops of the Pessac-Léognan appellation. Founded in 1520 by a Gentleman from the Sarlat region, the Château de Rochemorin has only kept its architectural style from the Périgord. In the 18th century, the estate became the property of Charles Louis de Secondat, future Baron de Montesquieu. Very attached to his vineyard, this philosopher, author of the “Persian Letters”, made himself willingly ambassador of these wines during his numerous travels. Bought in 1973 by André Lurton, the vineyard was replanted and an ultra-modern winery was built in 2005. A new era began for this château with its avant-garde spirit.
The owner's pitch.
Famille André Lurton is a family business of passionate winegrowers. Owners of several Châteaux located in prestigious Bordeaux appellations, their signature is a guarantee of know-how and quality, vintage after vintage. Since 2017, the properties have been certified HVE 3, the highest environmental certification. With 30 years of international experience, Jacques Lurton took over the Presidency of the Vineyards in 2019.
“We believe in care, care of the people who work the land, care of the land and biodiversity which surrounds it.”
Focus on the Chateau.
Surface area
77.5 hectares
Wine types
Red
White
Ageing
Red: 12 months in barrels (30-40% new)
White: 10 months in barrels, on the lees
Grape varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
Sauvignon Blanc
Petit Verdot
Malbec
Environmental protection
HEV 3
Open for tours
By appointment
Wines.
The red wines of Château de Rochemorin offer complexity and aromatic expression. Their balanced and fine mouthfeel and melted tannins make them a sure value of the appellation, while remaining affordable. They go perfectly with an entrecote à la Bordelaise or a duck confit.
The white wines of Château de Rochemorin are fragrant and invigorating. Honeysuckle, blackcurrant bud, pineapple and pear intertwine in a mouth that is at once ample, juicy and very fresh. The smoky finish is a sign of its attachment to the gravelly terroir of Pessac-Léognan. To be enjoyed with asparagus with smoked salmon, prawns with curry or sea bream with lemongrass.
How to contact the Chateau.
Address
Chemin de Carrosse
33650 Martillac
France
Phone
+33 5 57 25 58 58
E-mail
andrelurton@andrelurton.com
Website
andrelurton.com
