Château Trapaud is a small family estate that has been making wine for four generations in Saint-Émilion—they are the kind of family that has brought much attention and acclaim to Saint-Émilion, distinguishing it as a region that produces finely crafted wines in smaller quantities than some of the conglomerate counterparts in other regions. The terroir in this Grand Cru site is truly exceptional and the family’s contiguous vineyards are planted on gently-sloping hillsides full of classic clay and limestone soils. There is great drainage and sun exposure here that ideal for the cultivation of Bordeaux varietals. Beatrice—fourth generation winemaker of the Larribiere family—took over the estate in 1995. Having grown up in the vineyards and cellar, then studying wine abroad expanding her knowledge while working in Australia and California, she finally decided to revitalize the family’s wines. She converted all of her vineyards to organic farming by 2009, and her grapes are now completely natural, lending more energy in the glass. She also modernized the winemaking facility to ensure her wines would express themselves as clearly as possible. As many of you are aware, the 2010 vintage in Bordeaux is one of the most talked about vintages in decades and many wines are beginning to soften up and drink incredibly well in their youth. This wine is a perfect example.