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Index: Chateau de la Riviere
Chateau de la Riviere
The fairytale Chateau de la Riviere lies in the Fronsac
area of Bordeaux, although its turrets and spires make it seem more at home
on the banks of the River Loire. Its history parallels that of Fronsac;
the reputation of both the chateau and the area have revived in the recent
decades. A century ago the wines of Fronsac were highly prized, more so even
than their near neighbours St. Emilion and Pomerol are nowdays.
Likewise, Chateau de la Riviere was considered the finest
producer in this highly rated commune, according to Ferrets famous work
of 1867 on the wines of Bordeaux. From Fronsacs general decline in popularity
at the beginning of the century, it took until the 1980s for the communes
wines to be re-established. Once again, Chateau de la Riviere was at the
forefront thanks to the efforts of Jacques Borie, who spent many years rebuilding
both chateau and vineyard. Recently the property changed hands, but its reputation
stands unmoved.
Rivieres vineyards extend to nearly 40 hectares and
are extremely well situated. Merlot predominates at 60%, with Cabernet Sauvignon
at 30%. The remainder is made up of equal proportions of Cabernet Franc and
Pessac.
Set into a limestone hillside, Chateau de la Riviere
boasts the most extensive underground cellars in Bordeaux, comprising 9 hectares
hewn from the living rock, originally as quarry workings. 3 hectares are
used for maturation of the wines, and in these perfect conditions, cool and
constant, up to a million bottles are stored.
We are irresistably drawn to these wines for their rich,
sumptious flavours. They are a magnificent blend of forward fruit, readily
accessible when young, yet with wonderful ageing qualities.
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