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At Preignac, on the gravel terraces of the Garonne, Château Bastor Lamontagne stands as one of the oldest and most storied properties in the Sauternes appellation. Its 52 hectares, farmed under certified organic agriculture, produce sweet white wines of remarkable consistency and classical character.

A royal estate with six centuries of history

The earliest recorded mention of Château Bastor Lamontagne dates to 1453, placing it among the most ancient properties in all of Bordeaux. It was sold in 1711 to the Chevalier de la Montaigne, and over the following centuries passed through several distinguished hands — including the Cathiard and Moulin-Houzé families — before being acquired in 2018 by the Helfrich family, owners of Grands Chais de France. Far from a speculative purchase, this acquisition signalled a clear commitment to the long-term stewardship of one of Sauternes' most venerable addresses. The Helfrich family have invested steadily in the vineyard and winery, reinforcing a classical style whilst embracing the demands of organic viticulture.

Terroir: the Garonne terraces of Preignac

The estate's 52 hectares occupy the terrasses de la Garonne, the gently elevated gravel benches that characterise the southern reaches of the Sauternes appellation. The soils are a complex mosaic of siliceous gravels, sand, clay and limestone — a combination that drains freely, warms quickly, and encourages the deep root systems that give the wines their structure and persistence. The commune of Preignac sits at the southern edge of Sauternes, where morning mists rising from the Ciron and the Garonne create the humid conditions essential for the development of Botrytis cinerea, the noble rot that concentrates sugars and builds the aromatic complexity so prized in great Sauternes. The encépagement is led by Sémillon, complemented by Sauvignon Blanc and Sauvignon Gris — a blend that balances richness with freshness.

Organic certification and viticulture

Château Bastor Lamontagne holds both Agriculture Biologique certification and HVE (Haute Valeur Environnementale) accreditation — a dual commitment that reflects the Helfrich family's approach to responsible viticulture in Bordeaux. The conversion to organic farming represents a meaningful undertaking in a region where botrytis management demands particular care; the estate's results demonstrate that quality and environmental responsibility are entirely compatible in Sauternes.

The wines of Château Bastor Lamontagne

The château produces exclusively white wines within the Sauternes appellation. The range centres on the classic sweet whites for which the appellation is celebrated:

• Sauternes Blanc (sweet) — the estate's principal wine, Sémillon-dominant, with the honeyed richness, apricot and citrus peel character, and fine acidity that define the Preignac style; suited to medium and long cellaring.
• Second wine / entry-level Sauternes — approachable earlier, retaining the château's classical profile at a more accessible price point.

Across the range, the winemaking respects the slow, careful élevage that Sauternes demands, allowing the botrytised fruit to express itself without excess intervention.

Why we have selected Château Bastor Lamontagne

At Halles Quercamps, we have listed Château Bastor Lamontagne for three reasons that matter to us as a family merchant. First, the sheer depth of history behind this address: a property documented since 1453 carries a continuity of place that very few Bordeaux châteaux can claim. Second, the seriousness of the organic conversion — HVE and AB certification in Sauternes is not a marketing exercise; it reflects genuine commitment in a demanding appellation. Third, the consistency of the wines themselves: classical, Sémillon-led Sauternes with the structure to age gracefully in the cellar. We recommend these wines to enthusiasts who appreciate fine French liquoreux and are building a cellar with patience in mind. At table, they are superb alongside Roquefort or a ripe Époisses, and equally rewarding with foie gras or a simple tarte Tatin.

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