Irreverent Bordeaux, a certain philosophy
Irreverent because free-thinking
It rejects conformism, following of trends, slavish imitation, gurus, the standardisation of flavours, speculation,
over-concentration, an excess of new oak, etc. It respects its own terroir, typicity, environment, the balance between
fruitiness and oakiness, freshness, finesse, youth and plain enjoyment... It dares to use screw caps instead of corks !
It makes a total commitment every year, knowing that your continued loyalty is not to be automatically assumed.
Irreverent because it's different
If rejecting conformism is irreverent, then Agassac is exactly that ; but that's not to say that insurrection reigns ! Just a conviction
that it's better to be true to oneself rather than imitate others or surrender to fashion. Plus the certainty that it's not enough simply
to own a magnificent 13th-century château in order to produce fine wines... There are no gurus here ; just a group of men and women who
love what they do and are firmly attached to their terroir and its past history. Graced with one of the oldest vineyards in the
Médoc, Agassac has chosen to produce authentic, unadulterated wines - not given to excess concentration, making moderate use of new oak,
preference is given to achieving a balance between wood and fruit, and to opting for gentle extraction to preserve that fruitiness
and the personality of the terroir. With a characteristic concern for its natural milieu, Agassac has been a forerunner in respect of
environmental conservation, rational pest and disease management and commitment to the quality certification process. At Agassac,
continued customer loyalty is never to be taken for granted and every vintage provides the occasion to earn it once again.
Irreverent because dedicated to pure enjoyment
At a time when flavours are tending towards standardisation, Agassac's wines stand out for their individual personality, to which
they remain true irrespective of year-on-year changes. This terroir, where the harvest often starts earlier than elsewhere, also
makes it possible to pick grapes bursting with fruitiness and to produce wines that are fresh and elegant with immense finesse ; wines that
don't claim to be sublime every year, but that are of a constant and indisputable quality. Perhaps a paradox for wines with great ageing
potential, Agassac wines can be enjoyed in their youth because they have no other ambition than to provide pleasure and enjoyment.
These are wines steeped in conviviality that do not rely on beguiling prices and seek only to satisfy your thirst for anthentic, unadulterated
wines.
Irreverent, like all free, open spirits
Cultivating its difference doesn't prevent Agassac from being open and attentive to the wine-producing world to which it belongs or from being
acclaimed by it. In 2004, the estate was privileged enough to be chosen by the "Commanderie du Bontemps du Médoc, des Graves et de Sauternes" to
host the yearly "Fête de la Fleur", in celebration of spring and the start of flowering in the vines. Agassac also keeps a close eye on the latest
developments in viticulture as well as on consumer expectations. Its presence at Vinexpo, a fact-finding trip to Australia and the decision to
opt for screw caps all demonstrate the estate's forward-looking approach. Like all free and open spirits, Agassac makes a total commitment
every year, knowing that your continuing loyalty is not to be automatically assumed. The estate also seeks to be hospitable ; open to the
public all year, this outstanding venue is available for seminars, conferences, receptions and other private functions.
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