The estate has existed since 1880 but, the Courcelle family has been making wine here since 1950. Francis Courcelle,? a former professor from the Lyc?e Agricole de Balnquefort, manages the estate and makes the wines. The estate first planted red vines in 1972 on vineyards of clay and gravel soil and now has 40 hectares planted to 20% Cabernet Franc, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 60% Merlot. 30 hectares of white grapes are also grown in the hamlet of La Sauve in Entre-Deux-Mers, planted to 50% Semillon and 50% Sauvignon Blanc.? A modernist winemaker, Francis Courcelle abides by a formula of skin contact, barrel fermentation (20% for one of his regular Cuv?e and 100% for Monsieur Courcelle), and as much lees contact as possible. Monsieur Courcelle is thought to be one of the key players in restoring the image and popularity of Entre-Deux-Mers.

Bordeaux Heritage
2000??????? $25.99
"This is the debut vintage of this old vine Merlot (about 70%) with the balance equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. It is a full-bodied, dense, concentrated, serious wine that may deserve an outstanding score. It should drink well for at least a decade. Impressive!" Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate #146

Bordeaux Reserve Francis Courcelle
2001??????? $16.99

Bordeaux
2001??????? $10.99

Bordeaux Blanc Cuvee Francis Courcelle
2001??????? $13.99
"The more serious of Francis Courselle?s whites is aged in wood. At the moment, the wood is too dominant, but it is still early days for this wine, which certainly needs aging. Richness combines with lemongrass flavors to suggest good fruit under the wood." The Wine Enthusiast 12/1/02

Bordeaux Blanc
2002??????? $9.99
2001??????? $8.99
"A delicious up-front style of wine, brimming with refreshing crisp, green fruit. Winemaker Francis Courselle believes the future of his part of Bordeaux (the Entre-deux-Mers) is in whites?and this easy wine proves the point." The Wine Enthusiast 12/1/02

Bordeaux Rose Clairet
2002??????? $8.99