Château Balac

Château Balac, owned by the Touchais family since 1964, is now managed by Lionel Touchais, the third generation to run the estate. Situated on a very sunny, gravelly ridge—which long established this cru’s reputation— Château Balac enjoys a prime location on the main Bordeaux-Soulac highway, near the grand crus.

The vineyards of Château Balac, with an average vine age of 35 years, have now reached maturity, producing rich and balanced wines on soil composed of gravel, clay-limestone, and sandy-silt loam. Since 2008, the vineyards have been maintained with grass cover, and the use of synthetic chemicals is limited. Harvesting is done by hand, reflecting a clear commitment to quality and a desire to preserve the tradition and warm hospitality that many visitors come to Château Balac to experience. The estate began its transition to organic farming in 2019.