Lalande-de-Pomerol

The Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation d'origine contrôlée (AOC) is a communal appellation in the Bordeaux wine region located about 50 kilometers east of Bordeaux, north of the town of Libourne. The vines are arranged in successive terraces and cover two communes: Lalande-de-Pomerol and Néac. The appellation is separated from its neighbor Pomerol by the Barbanne river. The Lalande-de-Pomerol vineyard covers an area of 1,130 hectares, allowing for an annual production of around 50,000 hectoliters of wine.

The Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation d'origine contrôlée (AOC) was obtained on December 8, 1936, and benefits from a privileged geographical location. 

The vineyards of the Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation are planted on terroir whose soils consist of a mixture of clay (very deep in some areas), gravel, and even sand in the western part, near the Barbanne River. The nature of these soils is perfectly suited to Merlot, which accounts for the majority of the vineyards.

The Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation produces red wines made exclusively from Merlot grapes, most often blended with Cabernet Franc and, to a lesser extent, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec. Lalande-de-Pomerol wines have a dark ruby-garnet color and are very expressive, marked by small red fruits (redcurrant, strawberry, cherry, raspberry, etc.) with added aromas of vanilla, toast, and spices. Separated from the commune of Pomerol by the Barbanne River, the Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation is defined by a deep red color, synonymous with wines that are as powerful as they are bouquet-rich. The attack is always frank, the palate solid, fleshy, and full-bodied, where the tannins are present but never harsh, becoming velvety. Lalande-de-Pomerol wines have an aging potential of 10 years or more.

Merlot is by far the dominant grape variety in Lalande de Pomerol blends, giving them roundness and finesse. Although these wines are very similar to those of Pomerol, they have their own identity, especially as Cabernet Franc gives them a solid structure and Cabernet Sauvignon gives them a smooth color and the potential to age in optimal storage conditions.

The Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation offers some very pleasant surprises, such as the wines from Château Moulin La Gravière, Château La Fleur de Boüard, and Etablissements Thunevin.

To taste Lalande-de-Pomerol wines at prices as sweet as their flavor without having to travel to Aquitaine, let yourself be guided by our Lalande-de-Pomerol range of wines with controlled designation of origin:

Château des Arnauds will be a Favorite lovers of ripe red and black fruits and warm spices.

Château Bois de Laborde charms with its nose marked by woody and roasted notes, as well as the deliciousness of freshly ripened fruit, just waiting to be refined.

Château Bourseau is a well-balanced wine, whose persistent tannins pair perfectly with all meats.

Château La Fleur de Boüard has a youthful, vibrant color, with delicate vanilla and buttery aromas.

Château Moulin La Gravière pleasantly surprises with its fruity blend of blackcurrant and blackberry, and its subtle chocolate notes.

Château de Musset releases a delicate freshness on the palate and reveals a rich palette of red and black fruits, creating a perfectly harmonious beverage.

Domaine Pont de Guestres stands out for its warm character of flowers and very ripe black berries and its excellent aging potential.

Château Siaurac offers the generosity of juicy black cherries mixed with spices, pairing perfectly with delicious roasted meats.