The Estate
Producing organic wines, the estate preserves soil life and tailors each vinification to the unique characteristics of every vintage. At the heart of this commitment, the estate welcomes local artists by exhibiting their work in the cellar, and offers children from the region the opportunity to discover the harvest and winemaking process — while introducing them to art through barrel painting, as part of a broader commitment to community engagement.
The Story
Château Sémeillan was once owned by the Vicomtesse du Pavillon before becoming the property of Mr. P. A. Hosten in 1925. Upon his death in 1938, the estate was divided among his three daughters. One of them married Mr. P. J. Mazeau, and together with her heirs, they formed a civil company to manage the estate, which was renamed Château Sémeillan Mazeau.
In 1998, Mr. Jander and his wife acquired the property and undertook its restoration, blending modernity with timeless charm. Since 2015, the estate has been certified organic, becoming the first certified organic vineyard in the Listrac-Médoc appellation.
Château Lagrave Cissan, owned by the Lescoutra family since 1919, embodies the art of balance at the crossroads of the prestigious Listrac-Médoc and Haut-Médoc AOCs. From the very beginning, the estate forged a special connection with the local community. Grapes were once brought to the Listrac cooperative winery, and the wines—admired for their strength and authenticity—were primarily sold in the Asian market and in France, particularly to the firefighters who protected the surrounding pine forests. These bold and generous wines came to be known as the “firefighters’ wines,”and are still celebrated today during the Sainte-Barbe festival, in honor of their guardians.
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Château Lagrave Cissan – 2021 – Cuvée Prestige – AOC Listrac Médoc
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Château Jander – 2015 – AOC Moulis-en-Médoc
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Château Lagrave Cissan – 2021 – Cuvée Prestige – AOC Haut Médoc
12,00 €
Château Sémeillan Mazeau, Cru Bourgeois – 2019 – AOC Listrac Médoc
17,50 €
Château Sémeillan Mazeau, Cru Bourgeois – 2021 – AOC Listrac Médoc
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Château Jander – 2016 – AOC Moulis-en-Médoc
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Le Petit Verdot 2021 – AOC Listrac-Médoc
18,00 €
Château Jander 2018 – AOC Moulis-en-Médoc
An exceptional wine for unforgettable moments. Let yourself be charmed by its perfect balance and finesse, crafted through winemaking ...
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The Vineyard
The vineyard of Château Sémeillan Mazeau, covering approximately 11 hectares, stretches across the gravelly plateaus of Pey-de-Menjon and Champ-de-“Lagrêle”, located on the highest point of the Médoc.
The vineyard of Château Lagrave Cissan spans both the Listrac-Médoc and Haut-Médoc appellations.
Mainly planted with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, the vineyard was enriched in 2021 with Petit Verdot, adding depth and velvety, gourmet notes to the final blend.
The Winemaker
Pierre Jean Denis Bibian, heir to a winemaking family from Listrac, grew up surrounded by vines from an early age. Immersed in the world of wine, he developed a rare combination of passion and expertise. His first steps in oenology were taken at the prestigious Lycée de la Tour Blanche. During his internship, he was noticed and appreciated by Mr. Cassignard, Director of the Wine Technical Institute, who entrusted him with vinifications in the Madiran AOC for the 1976 vintage, as part of his oenological laboratory.
In 1981, he returned to Madiran, and three years later, he established the first narrow-row vineyard in the appellation. His 14-hectare estate, Domaine Bibian, quickly became a symbol of excellence. Over two decades, he brought the property to the forefront of the region, with wines praised by critics, including Robert Parker, who awarded them outstanding ratings.
In 2021, following family succession, Pierre Jean Denis Bibian returned to his Médoc roots by acquiring the vineyards of Château Sémeillan Mazeau and Château Lagrave Cissan, continuing his lifelong dedication to wine. Driven by deep respect for the vine and nature, he is committed to crafting wines that faithfully reflect the terroir and the unique character of each vintage.
Complexity
The complexity of the estate’s vineyard lies in the subtle harmony between terroirs, grape varieties, rootstocks, and clones.
The estate is cultivated across four main terroirs:
Clay-limestone: This soil produces structured, robust wines with deep color.
Deep gravel: A perfect match for Cabernet Sauvignon, this terroir gives rise to refined, elegant wines.
Gravel over blue clay: This soil promotes freshness and protects the vines from excessive heat.
Gravel over iron-rich hardpan (alios): This unique composition adds an extra layer of complexity to the blend.
On these diverse soils, we grow the region’s emblematic grape varieties: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot—a characterful varietal native to the Médoc. Our vines, ranging from 15 to 50 years old, contribute a wide range of expressions to the fruit, enriching the identity of each vintage.
A Passion for Heritage Grape Varieties
Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Carmenère… do these names ring a bell?
These grape varieties were gradually set aside over the years, as they often struggled to reach full ripeness.
Yet with climate change reshaping our viticultural landscape, we are now rediscovering these nearly forgotten grapes — bringing them back to life to craft truly exceptional wines.
It’s a return to our roots, a viticultural renaissance, where the past meets the present to shape the future of our vineyards.
Balance
In his vineyard, Pierre Jean Denis Bibian is constantly seeking the perfect balance between vine vigor and yield, always favoring the living vitality of the soil.
It is a delicate dance with nature — a commitment to preserving and honoring the fragile equilibrium of the ecosystem.
In the cellar, the goal is to craft wines where balance is expressed through a harmonious symphony of ripe fruit aromas, velvety tannins, and a gentle touch of oak that never overpowers the wine’s more subtle nuances.
The art of balance lies in the precise interplay of acidity, alcohol, tannins, and fruit — where each component finds its rightful place.
