is today considered one of the oldest estates in the Haut-Médoc, with vines first planted in the 14th century at the behest of the Knights Templar.
The property owes its name to a knight by the name of "Ars", who inhabited the property around the year 1300. In the image of the First Growths, the vineyard is planted at a density of 9,600 vines per hectare. They comprise two complementary terroirs – one of gravel and the other of chalky clay.
Château d'Arcins is a rich, well-balanced Haut-Médoc. Concentrated aromas of red fruits are offset by more nuanced notes of orange peel. A harmonious blend of flavours is held together by a luscious, warm, and ultimately robust structure. This full bodied wine is a fine representation of its Haut-Médoc terroir.
" I've worked here for more than 36 years, so I've witnessed a major evolution. The gravelly soils to the north of the château, that we call "La Croupe d'Arcins" (The Arcins croup) are perfect for our elegant Cabernet-Sauvignon. The 15 ha plot that we call the "Queue de Boeuf" (The Oxtail) provides the perfect conditions for Merlot. "
Bruno Teyssier, Property Manager" I've worked here for more than 36 years, so I've witnessed a major evolution. The gravelly soils to the north of the château, that we call "La Croupe d'Arcins" (The Arcins croup) are perfect for our elegant Cabernet-Sauvignon. The 15 ha plot that we call the "Queue de Boeuf" (The Oxtail) provides the perfect conditions for Merlot. "
Bruno Teyssier, Property Manager
