The Estate
The Senejac vineyard stretches over the plateau overlooking the Pian Medoc commune. Nicolas de Bloys was the first owner of this former barony in the 16th century. In 1999, a new incentive emerged to bring the vineyard on par with the best wines of the Médoc with the acquisition of the property by Lorraine Cordier, also owner of Château Talbot, a Grand Cru Classé of Saint Julien. Following her death, her sister, Nancy Bignon-Cordier, and her family now run the estate.
Château Sénéjac Haut-Médoc
Location: Located to the far southern end of the Haut Medoc appellation in the Le Pian Medoc commune. The Left Bank vineyard is in one large block.
Production Area: 39 hectares
Soil: Deep gravel
Grape Varieties: 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc and 4% Petit Verdot (Percentages vary depending on the vintage)
Average Age of the Vines: 35 years old
Plant Density: 6,600 vines/ha
Yield: 51 hl/ha
Winemaker: Alfred Tesseron, also winemaker of Chateau Pontet Canet
Harvest: Manual and mechanical
Vinification: In 17 thermo-regulated, stainless-steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation takes place in barrel.
Aging: In 33% new, French oak barrels for an average of 12-15 months, depending on the vintage
Average Production: 16,000 cases of wine per year
Tasting Notes: Château Sénéjac has a beautiful red color with bright reflections. The nose is precise with notes of cherry. It continues with spicy notes revealing the expression of the Petit Verdot. The attack on the palate is fresh, balanced and smooth. The tannins are silky and distinctive. On the palate, the fruit is ripe and plump. The finish is long, precise with a beautiful aromatic intensity. It is an elegant, aromatic wine with a beautiful tannic finesse that will delight all Médoc amateurs.