A speck of land north of Saint-Émilion
Saint-Georges-Saint-Émilion corresponds to the hamlet of Saint-Georges, attached to the commune of Montagne, on the right bank of the Barbanne — the immediate northern extension of Saint-Émilion. With about 190 hectares, it is the smallest of the four satellite appellations, and the most discreet.
The terroir and the grape varieties
The blend follows the right-bank model: merlot dominates by far (over 75%), planted on the clay soils that suit it, while cabernet franc and cabernet sauvignon find their place on the more limestone and gravelly sectors. Cabernet sauvignon, in a small proportion, brings a tannic richness favourable to long ageing.
The style of the wines
These are blended reds, both fleshy and structured, in the spirit of Saint-Émilion, carried by renowned estates such as Château Saint-Georges, whose imposing manor house overlooks the vineyard. Often overlooked, they offer excellent value for those seeking the authenticity of the Libournais.