The Carles Vineyards were established by Jean-Claude Carles and his wife Marie-Danielle Carles to consolidate and cultivate family properties acquired over the years in the St-Emilion terroir.
Château Panet serves as the flagship of the estate, having been handed down from Jean-Claude's great aunt in 1924, and it now serves as the main production site.
Jean-Claude was deeply passionate about wine and vineyard work, and he continued to expand the vineyard holdings.
In 1948, he acquired Clos La Rose, an area with significant potential due to its diverse soils, which brought novelty to the estate's range of wines.
In 1957, he purchased Château Haut-Fonrazade, a property that allowed him to meet the high demand for wine in the post-war years.
In 1961, he fell in love with Château Coudert, a beautiful and promising site that he added to his vineyards.
Alongside his wife, Marie-Danielle, they decided to completely renovate the building while preserving the majestic tower dating back to around 1800.
This became their family home and the vineyard for one of their finest wines.
In 1994, Mrs. Carles inherited a portion of the family estate in Pomerol and created the vintage Château Croix des Rouzes, expanding the Carles Vineyards into the prestigious Bordeaux wine appellation, Pomerol.
Today, the legacy is carried on by Jérôme and Gilles Carles, the two sons who have taken the reins of the family business and are actively contributing to its growth.
Together, they acquired Clos Jacquemeau in 1999 to produce their own vintage. They bring a fresh perspective to the family business, introducing a new management style focused on building strong relationships to strengthen the team's cohesion.
Additionally, they implement new technologies and innovations to showcase the estate's vintages.
Clos La Rose is a predominantly fruity wine, with a light woody note. It is a versatile wine that leaves a feeling of softness and sweetness.
Lying on its 4 ha, Clos La Rose is the second vineyard acquired by Mr. Carles in the municipality of St-Emilion in 1948.
Historically, a “clos” was a plot of land surrounded by a low stone wall, allowing to trap the sun’s heat of the day.
The “rose” symbolizes the first roses of spring located near each row of vines that are used to help the winegrower notice the presence of aphids and various diseases.
Awards
Vintage 2008 : Silver (Concours Vinalies Internationales 2016)
