A Legacy Of Excellence.

Stephan von Neipperg and Thomas O’Neill - 2019 Harvest

The château’s dignified ruins bear witness to a long and turbulent history. Formerly the heart of a fortified farm, the château dates from the 13th century. Located on the frontier between areas occupied by the French and English during the Hundred Years’ War, the château had a major strategic role and changed allegiance regularly according to the political tendencies of the seigneur. Later on, the château belonged to the Albret family, then the Leberthons, who contributed several members of the Bordeaux parliament. Before emigrating on the eve of the French Revolution, the Leberthons sold the estate to a certain Etienne Martineau, who transformed it into a huge 400-hectare farm in a single block that stayed in his family until 1920.

Acquired by Stephan von Neipperg in late 1998, Château d’Aiguilhe is one of the finest and most beautiful vineyards in the Côtes de Castillon appellation, situated around the small town of Bourg-sur-Gironde a few miles east of Bordeaux, France.

Château D'Aiguilhe 2016
Côtes de Bourg 85% Merlot 15% Cabernet Franc

Since 2000, every Château D’Aiguilhe that von Neipperg released has scored 89 points or higher, a remarkable achievement for the appellation.

Sustainable viticulture and a biodynamic approach characterize vineyard management hereby Stephan von Neipperg. 2015 produced softer, more open wines, while 2016 boasted structure and age-ability.

Gorgeous smells of currant, plum, mint, vanilla and violets. The palate is vigorous and fruity with big beautiful flavours of dark fruit and chocolate. This powerful wine reflects its terroir with intensity and panache. Pair with hanger steak with chimichurri and Pommes Frites.