The history of this great estate dates from the 2nd century AD.

The estate's name derives from a particularly ancient plot of vineyard, from which the men tending the vines were able to hear the angelus ringing out from all three of the village churches.

The vineyards are situated on the north slope of Saint-Emilion and produce, on average, 80, 000 bottles per annum.

The estate has benefited from considerable investment to meet high quality objectives and to recapture the specific local identity of wine production.

One of only two Premier Grand Cru Classe "A" estates in the region. Includes tasting notes, history, owner profiles, and an estate overview. [Flash required. May not work in all browsers.]

Producer of Saint-Emilion Lynsolence and Chateau Les Gravières. Introduction to the estate, the terroir and the wines.

The name Despagne has been associated with Saint Emilion for over 500 years.

The estate has been in the family of Peby Guisez since 1823.

First growth. Presents location and terroir, technical notes and vintages. [Flash required]

This 10 hectares estate exposes its philosophy. Located on the south slopes of Saint-Emilion. [Flash required]