Maison Austruy - CHATEAU MALESCASSE

Château Malescasse, A Historic Estate in Haut-Médoc

Situated on the heights of the village of Lamarque, between Margaux and Saint-Julien, Château Malescasse is a benchmark in Haut-Médoc winemaking. Founded in 1824 by the Renouil family, the estate has established itself over the centuries as a key player in the Bordeaux vineyard. With its exceptional terroir composed of deep gravel mounds, it produces wines of great elegance and complexity, staying true to the tradition of fine Médoc wines. Classified as a Cru Bourgeois Supérieur in 1932, the estate entered a new era in 2012 when it was acquired by Philippe Austruy, a passionate wine entrepreneur and owner of several prestigious estates. His ambition was clear: to elevate Château Malescasse among the finest wines of Haut-Médoc.

Maison Austruy - Château Malescasse: An Exceptional Cru Bourgeois

Through significant investments and a complete restructuring of the vineyard and facilities, Château Malescasse achieved the prestigious Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel distinction in 2020, a testament to its commitment to quality and precision viticulture.

This classification highlights the meticulous work carried out in the vineyard, featuring:

- An exceptional terroir, ideal for the expression of Bordeaux grape varieties.

- Carefully managed harvests, conducted with the utmost respect for the grapes.

- A renovated winery, ensuring optimal grape processing, vinification, and aging.

- A rigorous winemaking process, blending tradition and modernity to reveal the finesse of the fruit.

The Haut-Médoc appellation is renowned as the home of many Grand Cru Classé and Cru Bourgeois wines. Château Malescasse exemplifies this heritage with a vineyard planted on deep gravel soils, providing ideal conditions for Médoc's signature grape varieties—Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot—to reach their full potential. The temperate oceanic climate and well-draining soils allow for optimal grape maturation, resulting in powerful, well-balanced wines with exceptional aromatic finesse.

Dense and Silky Wines from Certified Sustainable Viticulture

Committed to sustainable development, Château Malescasse has earned High Environmental Value (HVE 3) certification, underscoring its dedication to responsible viticulture. This certification highlights:

- Preserved biodiversity, fostering a natural balance in the vineyard.

- Strict limitation of chemical inputs, ensuring authentic wines that respect the terroir while maintaining excellent aging potential.

- Sustainable soil and resource management, promoting long-term viticultural quality.

Château Malescasse wines are characterized by their perfect balance between power and refinement. They reveal aromas of black fruits and red berries, complemented by deep spice notes and delicate oak nuances. Thanks to careful barrel aging, the wines develop complexity and depth while retaining freshness and a silky structure. They can be enjoyed young for their vibrant fruitiness, perfect for pairing with red meats, but also have excellent aging potential.

Blending tradition with modernity, exceptional terroir with sustainable viticulture, Château Malescasse embodies the excellence of Haut-Médoc. With its Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel status, dedication to responsible viticulture, and consistent wine quality, it stands today as an essential reference for enthusiasts of great Cru Bourgeois wines from Médoc.