Chateau Petit Bocq

Appellation : Saint-Estephe

The estate was acquired in August 1993 by Dr. Gaetan Lagneaux, a great wine enthusiast since his teenage years. He worked tirelessly and very diligently to expand the vineyard and improve the quality of the wine. Year after year, the property kept growing through the acquisition or takeover of old vine plots, most of which used to belong to co-operators of the Marquis de Saint-Estèphe winery. This is how Petit Bocq’s estate managed to grow from 1.30 ha of vines in 1993 to 19.44 ha now.

Chateau Petit Bocq

Appellation : Saint-Estephe

The owner's pitch.

Here’s how Gaetan Lagneaux, the owner and founder of Château Petit Bocq as we know it today, talked about his wine:What we like in a wine is and always will be subjective.

“It is a special and fleeting relationship, the expression of a specific terroir, a chosen vintage at a specific point in time, a bond between the wine and the taster.”

Focus on the Chateau.

Surface area

19.44 hectares

Wine types

Red

Ageing

14 months
In oak barrels
45% new barrels

Grape varieties

50% Merlot
48% Cabernet Sauvignon
2% Petit Verdot

Environmental protection

Terra Vitis – HEV 3

Open for tours

By appointment

Wines.

Our wines are the best reflection of our philosophy, which is that every single plot is unique and deserves to be part of our Grand Vin. To reach this level of excellence, we adapt our methods for each individual plot and we plan every step and every intervention methodically throughout the year.
This is why we only make one wine, and you will never find wine from our carefully tended plots in any other blend.
Château Petit Bocq’s uniqueness also comes from its unusually oaky bouquet, which really makes it stand out: nicely balanced and lightly toasted oak brings out aromas of mocha, coffee and black fruits.
In conclusion, we strive to produce a great wine that combines the best of Bordeaux and Médoc, but is also proud of its Saint Estèphe origins. We favour finesse and balance over excessive ripeness, a combination best described as “an iron hand in a velvet glove”. Our wine provides excellent value for money and it’s a perfect companion to a nice meal.

“Maybe not the best Saint-Estèphe wine, but definitely one that will become a favourite for many.”