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While technically not a classified growth, most people consider La Mission Haut-Brion to be of the same caliber as its neighboring estate, First Growth Haut-Brion. A small street separates the two vineyards, which are located in the heart of Pessac, a suburb of Bordeaux, and both estates are owned by Domaine Clarence Dillon SA. Read More »

Chateau Picque Caillou is located in the heart of the Pessac-Leognan appellation next to its more famous neighbors, Haut-Brion and Pape Clément. Once a preferred wine of Napoleon 1st, Picque Caillou has a reputation for high-quality and good-value wines of the area. Owned by Paulin Calvet, Picque Caillou produces a red wine (50% Merlot, 50% Cabernet Sauvignon) and a white ... Read More »