Château Badette 2022 (75cl)

Although the estate is more than 200 years old, it came into the spotlight when West Flemish entrepreneur Marc-André Vandebogaerde bought everything in 2008 and decided to change course completely. Quality became the priority, with major investment in new equipment and replanting the poorer parts of the vineyard. This modernisation was completed in 2016. The vineyard covers 8 hectares and is planted with 75% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot. The oldest parts of the vineyard are more than 100 years old. The soil consists of clay and limestone, near well-known Grand Cru Classé estates such as Château Balestard La Tonelle and Château Haut Sarpe. Marc-André died on 9 May 2020, and his son Arnaud Vandenbogaerde now continues the work.