{"title":"Château La Haye","description":"\u003ch1\u003e Buy or order Chateau La Haye wine\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \nChâteau La Haye has a history spanning over four centuries. A unique feature of this estate is that it has always been connected to a vineyard, which is not always the case for other wine estates today. The first signs of a vineyard were found on April 30, 1557, when a sales contract was signed between Lady Jeanne Bernard and Janot Bernard de Leyssac. This established the wine estate, with Janot Bernard subsequently overseeing the purchase of the plots in Leyssac. Until the Revolution, this estate, along with Calon and Pez, was one of the three noble houses within the parish of Saint-Estèphe. The name La Haye first appeared in the sixteenth century and became associated with this estate around 1850. The ancestor of the famous Feret named this estate La Haye Arbouet. In 1868, Feret renamed the estate La Haye. The two-word designation thus appears between these two dates. By 1870, Château La Haye was already showing its current form, incorporating the architectural elements of the original building. In 1990, the technical installations were renovated. The winery and cellars were demolished and completely rebuilt. In 2012, Château La Haye became the property of Chris Cardon. The estate now covers 11 hectares. The soil on which the vines are planted contains gravel, limestone, and clay—the perfect composition for producing terroir wines. Approximately 8,700 vines are planted per hectare. These are all harvested with the grapes, after which an extremely strict selection process is carried out to ensure only the finest fruit is selected. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel vats, after which the wine is aged in oak barrels for approximately 3.5 weeks for 12 to 14 months.","products":[{"product_id":"chateau-la-haye-saint-estephe-cru-bourgeois","title":"Chateau La Haye Saint Estephe Cru Bourgeois","description":"This beautiful family winery, Château La Haye, is located in the Saint-Estephe wine region. Its history stretches far back, with the first vineyards dating back to after 1557. This makes Château La Haye one of the oldest wineries in the region. Legend has it that the magnificent old château was the meeting place of King Henri II of France and his mistress, Diane de Poitiers. The initials of the two lovers are carved into the stone on the building's facade, a key element of Château La Haye's rich history.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The harvest for Saint Estephe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nMeanwhile, a Belgian man is at the helm of the Château, Mr. Cardon. A former pharmacist who wanted to fulfill his love and dream for French winemaking. This passion led to the purchase of this beautiful old winery, and he is now assisted by Marc Quertinier. Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes are grown on the old vineyards. The powerful soils, rich in pebbles and minerals, ensure a uniquely full harvest. The climate plays a significant role in this; the vineyards are planted on south-facing slopes, and the bunches receive plenty of cooling wind. The wind from the Gironde River provides the perfect coolness for the harvest. All bunches are harvested by hand and transported to Château La Haye in the morning. This is done to prevent damage and bruising to the bunches, but also to preserve the freshness of the grapes.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Wood aging for the Chateau La Haye Saint Estephe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe wines are further developed with the help of renowned French winemakers Marc Quertinier and Eric Boissenot. The latter is known for the Camensac winery, a well-known name in French viticulture. After determining the blend, the entire wine is aged in oak barrels for a minimum of fourteen months. Some of the barrels used are unused, which gives this red Saint Estephe extra power. On the nose, this translates into a warm and powerful aroma of black fruit, accompanied by notes of licorice, spices, cocoa, and, of course, vanilla. Swirl this red wine well in the glass to release all the flavors. Initially, it offers notes of blackberry and currant, accompanied by red spiciness. On the palate and in the cheeks, beautifully soft tannins develop with abundant notes of spice and cedar. The finish and later flavors reveal some chocolate and cloves. The ripe tannins make this wonderful wine a true gem. A wonderfully enjoyable, classic glass of red wine. For the connoisseur!","brand":"Goessens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775793795151,"sku":"10512","price":34.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/chateau-la-haye-saint-estephe-2016_10512.webp?v=1770120787"}],"url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/collections\/wijnhuis-chateau-la-haye.oembed","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}