Five Questions with Matthieu Bordes of Château LaGrange

In this episode of Five Questions, we sit down with Matthieu Bordes, Managing Director and Winemaker at Château LaGrange in Saint-Julien. Château LaGrange is one of Bordeaux’s most historic Left Bank estates, with a vineyard history dating back to 1607 and one of the largest contiguous blocks of vines in the Médoc.

Bordes shares insights into:

• The vineyard location and grape varieties of Château LaGrange
• The estate’s four pillars: history, authenticity, technical innovation, and uncompromising quality
• Wine regions and styles outside Bordeaux that inspire him, from the Rhône to Ridge Monte Bello
• Standout vintages that have shaped his career, including the 2009 and 2007
• The future of Château LaGrange, with a focus on sustainability, team legacy, and continuous pursuit of excellence

Whether you’re passionate about Bordeaux or simply curious about how a historic Grand Cru Classé estate balances tradition and innovation, this conversation offers a rare window into the philosophy and vision behind Château LaGrange.

📍 Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Vint Wine Podcast
00:19 Welcome to Five Questions
00:44 Interview with Matthieu Bordes: Château LaGrange
00:52 Question 1: Vineyard Location and Varieties
01:20 Question 2: Introducing Château LaGrange
02:36 Question 3: Inspiring Wine Regions and Styles
03:15 Question 4: Memorable Vintages
04:33 Question 5: Future Roadmap for Château LaGrange
05:49 Conclusion and Thanks

The Vint Wine Podcast is hosted and produced by Billy Galanko. For more content follow Billy on Instagram @BillyGalanko_wine_nerd and for partnerships and collaborations please email billy@sommeliermedia.com.

Cheers!