Chateau Lastours

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In the Gaillac vineyards , Château Lastours covers fifty-five hectares of vines, fifty of which are in full production. Honoring the traditions of the Gaillac terroir, the estate has been producing the range of wines typical of the appellation for several generations.

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A historic estate

Château Lastours is a residence steeped in tradition. The estate is located near an old royal road that once connected Bordeaux to Montpellier. A grand avenue of plane trees, bordered by vines, creates a straight vista at the end of which rises the château's façade. An extension wing, enclosing the courtyard, forms the recently enlarged wine cellar. The heritage has been passed down through generations of the de Faramond family . The oldest records attest to the existence of the property as early as the 16th ^century . Today, Louis de Faramond manages the estate. Energized by his youthful vigor, he dedicates himself to it with heart and warmth. Meeting him offers a glimpse into the simplicity and elegance of these great families, whose most enduring legacy is a love of the vines and the nature that sustains them.

Balanced vinification

At Château Lastours , the grape varieties blend the typical Gaillac grapes with other noble varieties whose presence has been established throughout history. Bordering one of the royal routes connecting the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea, it was not uncommon for vines to be brought here from both Languedoc and Bordeaux. It is therefore no surprise to see Syrah and Merlot actively coexisting on the estate and contributing to the balance of the wines produced here. The vineyard is managed using sustainable viticulture practices. The winemaking itself is designed to preserve the natural qualities of the grapes by intervening only judiciously. The harvest, particularly for white wines, takes place at night to preserve maximum natural freshness in the fruit. Subsequent temperature control in the vats, and the aging of certain cuvées in barrels that combine new and older oak, contribute to the full and respectful expression of the wines.

Between nobility and tradition

With the exception of its early-release wines, Château Lastours produces red, white, and rosé wines, as well as a Gaillac perlé and a sparkling wine made using the ancestral method. Blending is paramount at the estate, with a focus on creating wines that strive for a harmonious balance, perfectly embodying the spirit of the Gaillac appellation . Among the white wines, the Les Graviers cuvée , distinguished at the 2017 and 2018 Concours Général Agricole, blends Loin de l'Œil, Sauvignon Blanc, Muscadelle, Sémillon, and Mauzac. The 2015 Tradition red wine brings together the aromatic virtues of Syrah and Braucol, combined with the qualities of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. A delightful rosé, Les Graviers , marked by the vibrancy of red fruits and English candy, offers a harmonious duet of Duras and Syrah. Aged in oak barrels, the 2014 Sélection red wine allows the quartet of Braucol, Merlot, Syrah, and Duras grapes to express themselves with discreet tannins and a full palate. In a historic estate, one must express the great tradition of Gaillac. Château Lastours perfectly embodies this tradition, with the natural elegance and conviviality that Louis de Faramond brings to it.

The wines of Château Lastours, by Louis de Faramond

The dry whites of Château Lastours