Château Pavie, Premier Grand Cru Classé winery in Saint-Émilion, France
Château Pavie sits on a limestone plateau and grows Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes across its land. The estate produces both its flagship wine and a second label, each with distinct characteristics that reflect the terroir and vineyard work.
The site dates back to Roman times when vineyards first took hold here. In the late 1800s, Ferdinand Bouffard shaped the property into its current form by purchasing and combining nearby parcels of land.
The estate's name comes from peach orchards that once covered this land, as 'pavies' refers to a specific type of peach in French. This connection to the orchard past remains woven into how locals speak about the property.
The terrain is hilly, so wear sturdy shoes when exploring the vineyards and cellars. Visit during the harvest season or warm months when you can experience the estate and its surroundings at their most welcoming.
The property received its Premier Grand Cru Classé A ranking in 2012, placing it among the region's highest honors. This classification solidified its standing among Saint-Émilion's most distinguished estates.
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