A soil survey in 2004 highlighted the main soil types on the estate. The property extends over 13 hectares: 1/3 is located on the limestone plateau with asteries near the town of Saint Emilion and on the clayey-limestone soil of the Fronsadais. 1/3 is located on ancient sands with clay subsoil and 1/3 is located on siliceous soil, on hillside feet.
A soil survey in 2004 highlighted the main soil types on the estate. The property extends over 13 hectares: 1/3 is located on the limestone plateau with asteries near the town of Saint Emilion and on the clayey-limestone soil of the Fronsadais. 1/3 is located on ancient sands with clay subsoil and 1/3 is located on siliceous soil, on hillside feet.
Planting is an essential step to ensure the long life of the vine stock, and the choice of grape variety and rootstock is carefully considered to ensure that the vine is optimally adapted to the type of soil.
The complementarity of these different terroirs brings structure, aromatic complexity and finesse to Château la Grâce Dieu.
The complementarity of these different terroirs brings structure, aromatic complexity and finesse to Château la Grâce Dieu.
