The Estate was certified organic in 2015 and biodynamic in 2018. Château Ferriere is also the only Classified Growth to be twice certified biodynamic, by both Demeter and Biodyvin. It is one of the rare Classified Growths to be biodynamic certified, not only in its vineyard, but also in the cellar.
A vintage we like to produce: with freshness, tension, a beautiful quality of tannins and a lot of finesse. In 2021, we were able to offer an unprecedented percentage of cabernet sauvignon that will allow the wine to defy time ... taste, savor, and enjoy this 2021. It has a lot of our energy but we are so proud of the result! To be enjoyed from 2027. Peak of the wine in 2033. 1 to 2 hours decanting time.
Blend: 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, 5% Petit-Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc
94 Wine Enthusiast This has ripe nutmeg and black-currant freshness. Concentrated from old vines with great acidity, the wine gives intense fruits and freshness at the end. Drink from 2028. Organic and biodynamic.
93 James Suckling This is very classy and refined, with hints of sandalwood, blackcurrant and mineral aromas and flavors. Medium body. Crunchy and delicious. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Delicious now but better in a year or two. (April 2024)
92 Decanter Dark blackcurrant, plum and soft perfume aspects on the nose. So juicy on the palate, really high acidity but it's sweet and softly high toned. The acidity is giving some sharpness to the fruit at this point but there is enough concentration and density to balance it while still giving the structure and overall freshness alongside nuances of dark chocolate, perfume and liquorice. Usually Ferrière has 25% Merlot, this year just 13%, so the 81% Cabernet Sauvignon is doing most of the talking, giving a lifted menthol feel, firm tannins and an effortlessly long finish. This has energy and verve, it's fruit forward and upfront. I love the signature here. 1% Cabernet Franc completes the blend. 62% grand vin, in 2020 it was 68%. 12.5% press wine. 18 months ageing, 40% new oak, 40% one year and 20% in amphora. A yield of 26hL/ha, better than 2020's 20hL/ha. Drinking Window: 2025 - 2045