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Claire Villars-Lurton

Located in Pauillac on the Left Bank of Bordeaux, Château Haut-Bages Libéral has been producing wine since it was owned by the Libéral family in the 18th century. In 1855, the estate was granted the title of Grand Cru Classé, and in 1983, it was purchased by the Villars family, who revitalized the land and […]

Located in Pauillac on the Left Bank of Bordeaux, Château Haut-Bages Libéral has been producing wine since it was owned by the Libéral family in the 18th century. In 1855, the estate was granted the title of Grand Cru Classé, and in 1983, it was purchased by the Villars family, who revitalized the land and returned it to its original glory. Today, the estate is owned by Claire Villars-Lurton. 

The third generation of her family to own the estate, Claire is one of the leaders of the agroforestry  (the integration of trees and shrubs into farming systems) and agroecology (sustainable farming that works with nature) movement in Bordeaux viticulture.