Château Vermont

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Château Vermont, boldness, tradition and excellence in the heart of the Entre-deux-Mers

Château Vermont

An emblematic estate of the Entre-deux-Mers, in Targon (Gironde), 40 hectares on the high limestone plateau. Run by Élisabeth and David Labat (4th generation), HVE 3 certified, cited in the Féret of 1874. Ranges Fusion, Héloïse, Pureté, the Grande Cuvée and L'Âme de Vermont, in AOC Bordeaux, Bordeaux Supérieur and Entre-deux-Mers.

In the heart of the Entre-deux-Mers, Château Vermont stands out as an emblematic estate, where family history dialogues with a resolutely modern vision of wine. Its 19th-century building watches over 40 hectares of vines, cultivated today in AOC Bordeaux Supérieur. The estate is run by Élisabeth and David Labat, representatives of the fourth generation of winegrowers.

A historic vineyard, recognised since the 19th century

The history of Vermont is deeply rooted in time. From the end of the 19th century, the estate was cited in the Féret of 1874, the absolute reference of Bordeaux wines, as one of the major crus of the Entre-deux-Mers. A status built on the quality of the wines and the visionary spirit of its successive owners. Each generation has contributed to shaping the identity of the château: early mechanisation, agricultural innovations, independent vinifications from the late 1960s, then constant modernisation of the facilities.

1874
Féret
 Cited in the Féret of 1874 as one of the major crus of the Entre-deux-Mers.
40
hectares
 A vineyard in an amphitheatre on the high limestone plateau, between 70 and 100 m.
4th
generation
 Élisabeth and David Labat at the head of the estate, with demand.
HVE 3
since 2019
 Zero herbicide since 2022, Bee Friendly approach in progress.

Élisabeth and David Labat: from boldness comes excellence

After specialised studies and solid experience in the Bordeaux trade, Élisabeth and David Labat brought a new dynamic to the estate. Their credo is clear: to raise the level of demand at every stage, from the vine to the bottle. A new vinification and bottling cellar was built, the vineyard was entirely restructured parcel by parcel, yields were mastered, and the grape choices became precise and assumed. This vision quickly bore fruit: regular medals, high scores in the guides, and a Grande Cuvée ranked in the Top 15 of the best Bordeaux Superieurs by Gault et Millau.

An exceptional terroir, shaped by nature

The vineyard of Château Vermont is planted in an amphitheatre, on the high limestone plateau of the Entre-deux-Mers, between 70 and 100 metres of altitude. Fully drained, it benefits from the joint climatic influence of the Garonne and the Dordogne, bringing freshness and regularity. Deep, rich and balanced clay-limestone soils; red vines on clay mounds with a limestone vein, an ideal terroir for Merlot; white vines on a starred limestone slab, a geological extension of Saint-Emilion, offering a remarkable expression of Sauvignon. This natural balance makes it possible to obtain grapes at optimal ripeness, concentrated and elegant.

Strong, concrete environmental commitments

After years of sustainable practices, Château Vermont obtained the HVE level 3 certification in 2019, official recognition of its environmental commitment. The estate goes further: zero herbicide since 2022, with mechanical maintenance and mowing under the row, soil management favouring microbial life and biodiversity, and an ongoing approach to obtain the Bee Friendly label to protect pollinators. Living in the middle of the vines imposes a responsibility: that of sustainably preserving its environment.

The wines of Château Vermont

All the estate's cuvees are made in the same spirit: boldness, precision, elegance and respect for the terroir. Five ranges to discover direct from the estate.

The Fusion Range

Red - AOC Bordeaux, a tribute to blending

A fruity, expressive collection, a tribute to the art of blending: fresh, light and gourmet wines, designed for immediate pleasure. The friends' wine, joyful and accessible, in cuvees with mischievous names (Cerfcargot, Truite de Garenne, Ecrenouille).

The Héloïse l'exquise Range

Single grapes - Vin de France (Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot)

A range of varietal wines, in Vin de France: Sauvignon in white, Cabernet Franc and Merlot in red. Pure, readable wines that put each grape forward, in a direct and gourmet style.

The Pureté Range

White, rosé and red - AOC Entre-deux-Mers and Bordeaux Supérieur

Wines harvested at ripeness, vinified on roundness: ageing on lees for the whites, gentle barrel ageing for the reds. The Prestige White, the Prestige Red and the Sensation rose: balanced, fresh and intensely fruity cuvees.

The Grande Cuvée

AOC Entre-deux-Mers (white) and Bordeaux Supérieur (red)

From the best parcels, at low yields, with 12 months of ageing in new French oak barrels. A cuvee ranked in the Top 15 of the best Bordeaux Superieurs by Gault & Millau; from the 2023 vintage, the red accesses the AOC Entre-deux-Mers Rouge, a major recognition for the terroir.

L'Âme de Vermont

Red - AOC Bordeaux Supérieur, prestige cuvee

The prestige cuvee, the true culmination of the estate's work. Vinified entirely in new oak barrels, with an ageing of 14 to 18 months. A rare, powerful wine of great aromatic complexity: the soul of the terroir and of the winegrowers' passion.

The boldness of the Entre-deux-Mers, direct from the estate

An open and lively estate

From the start of their adventure, Élisabeth and David wanted to make Vermont a place of sharing and transmission. The estate is open to the public and hosts tastings, exhibitions, events and activities. In 2018, they created the Feria de Vermont, an oenotourism event that has become a must, mixing wines, gastronomy, music and conviviality in the purest tradition of the South-West.

The spirit of Château Vermont

A historic cru of the Entre-deux-Mers cited in the Féret of 1874, a bold fourth generation, a limestone plateau terroir ideal for Merlot and Sauvignon, a strong environmental approach (HVE 3, zero herbicide, Bee Friendly in progress) and five ranges from the friends' wine to the prestige cuvee. To seduce without betraying, to surprise without losing the identity of the place.

Why choose Château Vermont?

A historic Entre-deux-Mers cru. Cited in the Féret of 1874, Premier Cru of the Entre-deux-Mers, a 19th-century building.

A bold 4th generation. Élisabeth and David Labat, from the vine to the bottle, with an assumed demand.

A limestone plateau terroir. 40 ha in an amphitheatre between 70 and 100 m, ideal for Merlot and Sauvignon.

Five ranges to discover. From the accessible Fusion Range to L'Âme de Vermont, the prestige cuvee.

Frequently asked questions about Château Vermont

Which Château Vermont wine to choose to discover the excellence and boldness of a great Entre-deux-Mers Bordeaux?

It all depends on the occasion. For immediate, convivial pleasure, the Fusion Range, fruity and accessible, is the friends' wine. For a balanced, fruity Bordeaux every day, the Pureté Range (Prestige white, red and Sensation rose). To discover the summit of the estate, the Grande Cuvée, from the best parcels and ranked in the Top 15 of the best Bordeaux Superieurs by Gault et Millau, or L'Âme de Vermont, the prestige cuvee aged in new barrels. Five ranges for as many ways into the boldness and excellence of Vermont.

Where is Château Vermont located?

In the heart of the Entre-deux-Mers, in Targon (33760), in the Gironde. The vineyard extends over 40 hectares planted in an amphitheatre, on the high limestone plateau of the Entre-deux-Mers, between 70 and 100 metres of altitude, under the joint influence of the Garonne and the Dordogne.

Who runs Château Vermont?

Élisabeth and David Labat, representatives of the fourth generation of winegrowers. After specialised studies and solid experience in the Bordeaux trade, they brought a new dynamic to the estate and restored to Vermont its historic rank of Premier Cru of the Entre-deux-Mers, thanks to strong choices and an assumed demand for quality.

What is the history of Château Vermont?

A deeply rooted history: from the end of the 19th century, the estate was cited in the Féret of 1874, the absolute reference of Bordeaux wines, as one of the major crus of the Entre-deux-Mers. Each generation has shaped the identity of the château: early mechanisation, agricultural innovations, independent vinifications from the late 1960s, then constant modernisation of the facilities, including a new vinification and bottling cellar.

Is Château Vermont organic?

The estate is not certified organic, but it is certified HVE level 3 since 2019, official recognition of its environmental commitment. It goes further: zero herbicide since 2022 (mechanical maintenance and mowing under the row), soil management favouring microbial life and biodiversity, and an ongoing approach to obtain the Bee Friendly label to protect pollinators.

What is the terroir of Château Vermont?

A vineyard in an amphitheatre on the high limestone plateau of the Entre-deux-Mers, between 70 and 100 metres of altitude, fully drained. Deep, rich and balanced clay-limestone soils; red vines on clay mounds with a limestone vein, an ideal terroir for Merlot; white vines on a starred limestone slab, a geological extension of Saint-Emilion, offering a remarkable expression of Sauvignon.

What are the wine ranges of Château Vermont?

Five ranges, all made in the same spirit of boldness, precision and elegance: the Fusion Range (fruity and accessible), the Héloïse l'exquise Range (varietal wines in Vin de France), the Pureté Range (balanced whites, roses and reds), the Grande Cuvée (best parcels) and L'Âme de Vermont (the prestige cuvee).

What is the Grande Cuvée of Château Vermont?

A cuvee from the best parcels, at low yields, with 12 months of ageing in new French oak barrels. It is ranked in the Top 15 of the best Bordeaux Superieurs by Gault et Millau; from the 2023 vintage, the red accesses the AOC Entre-deux-Mers Rouge, a major recognition for the terroir.

What is L'Âme de Vermont?

The estate's prestige cuvee, the true culmination of its work. Vinified entirely in new oak barrels, with an ageing of 14 to 18 months, it is a rare, powerful wine of great aromatic complexity, an expression of the soul of the terroir and of the winegrowers' passion.

What is the Fusion Range?

A fruity, expressive collection, a tribute to the art of blending: fresh, light and gourmet wines, designed for immediate pleasure. The friends' wine, joyful and accessible, in cuvees with mischievous names (Cerfcargot, Truite de Garenne, Ecrenouille), in AOC Bordeaux.

Can you visit Château Vermont?

Yes: from the start of their adventure, Élisabeth and David wanted to make Vermont a place of sharing and transmission. The estate is open to the public and hosts tastings, exhibitions, events and activities. In 2018, they created the Feria de Vermont, an oenotourism event that has become a must, mixing wines, gastronomy, music and conviviality in the purest tradition of the South-West.

Can you buy the Château Vermont wines directly?

Yes: the cuvees are available here, direct from the estate, carefully shipped across France and Europe.

Direct from the estate, the excellence of the Entre-deux-Mers

Château Vermont: an emblematic estate of the Entre-deux-Mers, in Targon (Gironde), 40 hectares in an amphitheatre on the high limestone plateau (70 to 100 m). Run by Élisabeth and David Labat, fourth generation; a cru cited in the Féret of 1874, Premier Cru of the Entre-deux-Mers. HVE level 3 certified (2019), zero herbicide since 2022, Bee Friendly approach in progress. Clay-limestone terroir, ideal for Merlot (reds) and Sauvignon (whites).

Ranges Fusion and Héloïse l'exquise, the Pureté range, the Grande Cuvée (Top 15 of the Bordeaux Superieurs by Gault et Millau) and L'Âme de Vermont - in AOC Bordeaux, Bordeaux Supérieur and Entre-deux-Mers

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