Chateau Cheval Blanc

In 1832 Chateau Figeac sold 15 hectares to M. Laussac-Fourcard, including part of the narrow gravel ridge that runs through Figeac and neighbouring vineyards and reaches Chateau Pétrus.

The result was Chateau Cheval Blanc which won international acclaim, including international exhibitions in London and Paris (the medals are still shown on the labels as a mark of pride).

The chateau remained in the family right up until 1998 when it was sold to Bernard Arnault, chairman of luxury goods group LVMH, and Belgian businessman Albert Frère.

The vineyard itself is administered by Pierre Lurton. The vineyards are segmented into three portions with distinct qualities – one third is Pomerol as it sits on the boundary. One third is Graves as the soil is gravelly. The remaining portion is typical of Saint-Émilion.

The vineyards are spread over 41 hectares, with 37 hectares planted with the unusual composition of 56% Cabernet Franc, 40% Merlot and small parcels of Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon. The average production is 6000 cases of Grand vin.