Château Climens, located in the Barsac appellation of Bordeaux, is one of the most iconic and historic estates in France. For centuries, its reputation has been built on the world-renowned sweet wines made from noble rot, which have become true benchmarks of the Sauternes region. Barsac itself is unique among the villages of Sauternes, as it is the only one allowed to use the appellation Barsac AOC on its labels. Since 2018, the estate has boldly expanded its legacy by producing dry white wines—a remarkable innovation in its long history. Crafted exclusively from Semillon, the grape that makes up 100% of the vineyard, these wines showcase the variety’s purest expression and the refined elegance of the Barsac terroir.
The philosophy of the estate focuses on the exceptional quality of its vineyards and the creation of wines that truly reflect the uniqueness of the region and its distinctive terroir. The vineyards of Château Climens are both organically and biodynamically certified, a practice that strengthens the connection between the wine and its natural environment.
The same non-interventionist philosophy extends to winemaking. The dry white wines of Château Climens are crafted following a protocol free of additives and without the use of oak barrels, utilizing vessels such as cement and glass to highlight the purity and elegance of Semillon. Refinement and finesse are hallmarks not only of the estate’s dry whites but also of its legendary sweet wines.
Climens stands as a formidable counterpart to Yquem in the Sauternes region. This alone attests to the estate’s historical significance and grandeur. Yet, unlike Yquem, Climens has never pursued the richer, more opulent style; instead, all of its wines—both sweet and dry—are defined by elegance and vibrancy. The addition of Climens brings a luminous brilliance to the collection of Mr Vertigo estates, representing one of the world’s most esteemed wineries, not only in Bordeaux but globally.
