If these are not words that you often associate with Bordeaux and more importantly, Médoc then this next episode should prove perspective changing. It may be a region that is damp, affected by both maritime influences and that of the Gironde Estuary, but this is a welcome challenge to environmentally minded, innovative producers of the region. The greater region of Bordeaux is the heartland of the HVE government initiative that certifies sustainability and encourages organic production in France. The uptake in Médoc has been impressive and stimulating despite climatic realities.
You won’t want to miss this interview with the inventive Jean-Baptise Cordonnier, proprietor of Château Anthonic in the commune of Moulis-en-Médoc. Cordonnier has developed an enhanced organic system that meets the unique challenges of Médoc based on agroforestry techniques. A thorough understanding of forestry, viticulture and biodiversity drive his pursuits. We’ll delve a little deeper into the ambitious and necessary goals that the appellation has established to make Médoc a leader in eco-viticulture.