Clos Haut-Peyraguey

A past steeped in history perpetuated by Bernard Magrez

Clos Haut-Peyraguey is an ancient barony of the Middle Ages that was bought in the 18th century by Monsieur de Pichard, a politician of the time. He contributed to the influence of the property by exploiting an ancestral know-how on lands incredibly endowed with a mild soil and climate. The unique character of the land made Clos Haut-Peyraguey (formerly Château Peyraguey) a reference in the region, which was confirmed by the 1855 classification.
Later in the century, the estate was split in two and Clos Haut-Peyraguey was formed on the higher grounds of the hill of Bommes. The property was then passed down from family to family until 2012 when Bernard Magrez, a French businessman and major owner, purchased it. He then wished to continue the work of his predecessors in bringing Clos Haut-Peyraguey towards excellence.

A terroir like no other

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The Clos Haut-Peyraguey vineyard lends itself wonderfully to the cultivation of vines, and in particular to the production of Sauternes. Planted at a very slight altitude, between 50 and 80 meters, it benefits from gravelly-sandy soils that represent the perfect environment for Semillon, the emblematic grape variety of Sauternes. Spread over 12 hectares, 8 of which are in one piece, the vineyard is pampered by the property's team, who take care to carry out sustainable viticulture. The replacement of vines, for example, is done progressively, within the rows, and not by entire parcels. The grapes are treated like kings: after the onset of botrytis, which is often essential for the conception of sweet wine, the plots are harvested by hand and in several stages to ensure a precise selection of the best quality berries with the optimal concentration. Finally, the winemaking process is done with respect for the fruit and with precision so that it can reveal its most subtle characteristics. The resulting wines are internationally recognized by the most prestigious guides.

Iconic wines

Haut-Peyraguey's wine is often referred to as "The Sauternes of the Insiders". The property's harvests come in two wines, Clos Haut-Peyraguey and Symphonie de Haut-Peyraguey. The first, with a color that varies from pale gold to copper gold, is very expressive on notes of flowers, fresh and exotic fruits and spices as well such as cinnamon or vanilla. The mouth, although fat and silky, does not lack freshness and surprises by its balance and its length. The second vintage is, as for it, more marked on woody flavors with subtle notes of rose. The palate is also flawless in terms of harmony. These two wines are perfect with spicy dishes, sweet desserts, but also with blue-veined cheeses.