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Pessac-Léognan is likely the place where wine growing began in Bordeaux, 2000 years ago. Already in the Roman era, the aptness of this terroir for growing wonderful grapes had been recognized. Indeed, the Pessac-Léognan AOC is named after two emblematic... communes where all of the Crus Classés of the Graves region are situated.
The 1953 Classement des Crus de Graves, which took place before the creation of the Pessac-Léognan AOC, distinguished certain estates belonging to this appellation.
The Pessac-Léognan terroir is composed of a particularly thick layer of gravel and stone, carried by the river: it can be as thick as 3 m in some places. Underneath this layer is sand, hardpan and clay in variable proportions.
The vines are planted in vast clearings, surrounded by pines that protect them from humid western winds.

White wines
Pessac-Léognan is the incarnation of excellence in Bordeaux dry white wines. This AOC, which is surrounded by the city, proves that Sauvignon -- which dominates here -- can produce rich and powerful wines with a good potential for aging, as demonstrated by its Crus Classés.
Here, Sémillon is very frequently planted as it has the complexity and power needed for the traditional barrel and bottle aging of the fine whites of Pessac-Léognan.
Sauvignon nonetheless must represent at least 25% of the blend. The result is a formidable balance of lively fruit and power, roundness and complexity.
The aromas of these fine wines are rich and diverse (broom flower, hazelnut, citrus, acacia, beeswax, peach and nectarine). In the mouth, they are as complex as they are intense, with a long aromatic finish.

Red Wines
Immediately south of Bordeaux, the Pessac-Léognan vineyard owes its reputation to its Crus Classés.
Balanced and elegant when young, these wines have a and depth that allows them to age for many years.
Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are equal partners in the blends of this AOC, with a particularly wonderful result: a cherry red robe, often containing hints of very ripe red berries and violet, with a smoky bouquet of grilled almonds and resin. These wines are fleshy and ,balanced with structured tannins, and a long and pleasant finish.
From 500 ha in 1975, the area of this appellation has grown to 1,300 ha due to a dedicated effort by producers to reclaim very good tracts of land, despite growing urbanisation.