Five Questions with Matthieu Bordes of Château LaGrange

Vint Wine Podcast

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 [email protected].

Cheers!