{"title":"Château Ausone Wine","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"fq0alk\" data-start=\"34\" data-end=\"135\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eChâteau Ausone: Saint-Émilion’s Rarest Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"383\"\u003eChâteau Ausone stands among the rarest and most revered wines in Bordeaux. Perched on Saint-Émilion’s limestone plateau and produced in extremely limited quantities, Ausone is celebrated for its extraordinary precision, minerality, and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"624\"\u003eOften considered one of the most intellectual and structured wines of the Right Bank, Château Ausone combines the richness of Merlot with the aromatic lift and backbone of Cabernet Franc to create wines capable of evolving for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"736\"\u003eLooking for more collectible Saint-Émilion and Right Bank Bordeaux? \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.weekendwine.com\/collections\/bordeaux\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.weekendwine.com\/collections\/bordeaux\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003explore our full Bordeaux wine collection.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"w7yzqc\" data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"772\"\u003eWhy Château Ausone Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"872\"\u003eFew estates in Bordeaux operate at the level of rarity and consistency achieved by Château Ausone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yn2mk2\" data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003eOne of Bordeaux’s Smallest First-Tier Estates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003eUnlike many major Bordeaux châteaux, Château Ausone is produced in remarkably small quantities from just a few hectares of vineyard on Saint-Émilion’s limestone slopes. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWith annual production typically around 1,500 to 2,000 cases, Château Ausone is produced in far smaller quantities than most of its Bordeaux peers. This scarcity, combined with the estate’s legendary terroir and aging potential, has made Ausone one of the most collectible wines on the Right Bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2314\" data-start=\"2287\" data-section-id=\"aynrh6\"\u003eThe Limestone Advantage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2599\" data-start=\"2316\"\u003eAusone’s steep limestone slopes and underground limestone cellars create one of the most distinctive terroirs on the Right Bank. These soils contribute freshness, mineral tension, structure, and longevity, helping distinguish Ausone from richer and more opulent Saint-Émilion styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"874\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003eCollectors prize the estate for its distinctive limestone-driven character, remarkable structure, and ability to age for decades while retaining freshness and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003eUnlike some modern Right Bank wines built around sheer opulence, Ausone often emphasizes restraint, mineral tension, and layered complexity. The wines can appear reserved in youth but develop extraordinary depth and elegance with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1413\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003eToday, Château Ausone stands alongside the world’s greatest collectible wines and remains one of Saint-Émilion’s defining estates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1e9aulx\" data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003eEstate History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe estate is believed to take its name from the Roman poet Decimus Magnus Ausonius, who lived in Bordeaux during the 4th century. This historical connection contributes to Château Ausone’s reputation as one of Bordeaux’s most ancient and storied estates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1960\"\u003eLocated on Saint-Émilion’s limestone slopes, the property has long been recognized as one of Bordeaux’s elite terroirs. Over generations, the estate developed a reputation for producing wines of exceptional longevity and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"2116\"\u003eModern Château Ausone has remained intentionally small in scale, emphasizing meticulous vineyard work and uncompromising selection over production volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2253\"\u003eToday, the estate is overseen by the Vauthier family and continues to represent one of Bordeaux’s most respected and collectible wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"c9jlvg\" data-start=\"2260\" data-end=\"2281\"\u003eTerroir \u0026amp; Vineyard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2283\" data-end=\"2392\"\u003eChâteau Ausone’s tiny vineyard sits on Saint-Émilion’s famed limestone plateau and steep south-facing slopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2444\"\u003eSeveral characteristics shape the wine’s identity:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2632\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jgy8ze\" data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2494\"\u003elimestone-rich soils with exceptional drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4q5rme\" data-start=\"2495\" data-end=\"2520\"\u003esteep hillside exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ez6g38\" data-start=\"2521\" data-end=\"2558\"\u003eold vines with naturally low yields\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wg67cz\" data-start=\"2559\" data-end=\"2594\"\u003ehigh proportion of Cabernet Franc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8o1tyl\" data-start=\"2595\" data-end=\"2632\"\u003emeticulous parcel-by-parcel farming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2785\"\u003eThe limestone terroir contributes enormous freshness, minerality, and tension, helping distinguish Ausone from many richer and softer Right Bank wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3214\" data-start=\"3184\" data-section-id=\"1054tf6\"\u003eThe Role of Cabernet Franc\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3525\" data-start=\"3216\"\u003eUnlike many Right Bank wines dominated almost entirely by Merlot, Château Ausone has long relied on a significant proportion of Cabernet Franc in the blend. Cabernet Franc contributes aromatic lift, structure, floral complexity, and freshness, helping shape the estate’s uniquely refined and age-worthy style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14pq58n\" data-start=\"2924\" data-end=\"2942\"\u003eSignature Wines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"yzdkfd\" data-start=\"2944\" data-end=\"2962\"\u003eChâteau Ausone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2964\" data-end=\"3209\"\u003eThe estate’s Grand Vin and one of Bordeaux’s most collectible wines. Typically blending Merlot and Cabernet Franc, Château Ausone combines mineral precision, dark fruit, floral aromatics, and immense structure with extraordinary aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2964\" data-end=\"3209\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMany collectors admire Ausone for its finesse and terroir transparency, qualities that often draw comparisons to the great wines of Burgundy more than the broader, more opulent styles associated with some modern Bordeaux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1bmwcwy\" data-start=\"3211\" data-end=\"3232\"\u003eChapelle d’Ausone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3234\" data-end=\"3440\"\u003eThe estate’s second wine, produced in very limited quantities and offering an earlier-drinking expression of the Ausone style while maintaining the estate’s hallmark elegance and limestone-driven freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"dkbnn\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"53\"\u003eNotable Château Ausone Vintages \u0026amp; Drinking Windows\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"669\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"100\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"100\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"65\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eVintage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"81\" data-col-size=\"md\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eStyle Profile\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"100\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"669\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"191\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"122\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e1990\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"170\"\u003ePowerful yet refined with exceptional balance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"191\"\u003eNow through 2050+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"271\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"199\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e1998\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"250\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eMonumental Right Bank vintage with immense depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"271\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eNow through 2060+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"272\" data-end=\"345\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"272\" data-end=\"279\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"323\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eDense, structured, and highly collectible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"323\" data-end=\"345\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2025 through 2065+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"417\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"353\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"353\" data-end=\"395\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eSerious, precise, and built for decades\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"417\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2030 through 2075+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"497\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"425\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2009\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"475\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eRich, expressive, approachable relatively early\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"497\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2025 through 2060+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"498\" data-end=\"579\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"498\" data-end=\"505\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2010\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"557\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eMonumental structure with extraordinary precision\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"579\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2035 through 2080+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"669\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"587\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"647\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eRich, polished, and beautifully balanced with early charm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"669\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2028 through 2070+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"ehhehe\" data-start=\"4840\" data-end=\"4876\"\u003eWhy Collectors Buy Château Ausone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4878\" data-end=\"5193\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vf63bs\" data-start=\"4878\" data-end=\"4929\"\u003eOne of Bordeaux’s rarest and most exclusive wines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vjtp4a\" data-start=\"4930\" data-end=\"4976\"\u003eLegendary limestone terroir in Saint-Émilion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1h2ehr9\" data-start=\"4977\" data-end=\"5033\"\u003eExceptional Cabernet Franc influence and aromatic lift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1a8aref\" data-start=\"5034\" data-end=\"5082\"\u003eRemarkable aging potential across top vintages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gt46ly\" data-start=\"5083\" data-end=\"5135\"\u003eTiny production and strong global collector demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vpjf9m\" data-start=\"5136\" data-end=\"5193\"\u003eBenchmark Right Bank wine combining power and precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1r8frcv\" data-start=\"5544\" data-end=\"5573\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1qoyc9q\" data-start=\"5575\" data-end=\"5612\"\u003eWhat makes Château Ausone unique?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5614\" data-end=\"5754\"\u003eChâteau Ausone is known for its limestone terroir, significant Cabernet Franc influence, exceptional precision, and extraordinary longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"52\" data-start=\"0\" data-section-id=\"1nz3dft\"\u003eWhat grape varieties are used in Château Ausone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"397\" data-start=\"54\"\u003eChâteau Ausone is typically produced from a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Unlike many Right Bank estates that lean heavily toward Merlot, Ausone often features equal parts or even a slightly higher proportion of Cabernet Franc depending on the vintage, contributing freshness, structure, floral aromatics, and remarkable aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"pm5rel\" data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003eWhat does Château Ausone taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eChâteau Ausone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is known for combining extraordinary concentration with freshness, mineral precision, and remarkable elegance. Common tasting notes include black cherry, plum, graphite, crushed stone, violets, cigar box, truffle, and earthy minerality. Compared to many Right Bank wines, Ausone often emphasizes structure, restraint, and Cabernet Franc-driven lift alongside exceptional aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4466\" data-start=\"4388\" data-section-id=\"y5hasd\"\u003eDoes Château Ausone use more Cabernet Franc than other Right Bank estates?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4663\" data-start=\"4468\"\u003eYes. Château Ausone is known for incorporating a significant proportion of Cabernet Franc in many vintages, contributing freshness, structure, floral aromatics, and mineral precision to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"19m4mvp\" data-start=\"5756\" data-end=\"5792\"\u003eWhere is Château Ausone located?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5794\" data-end=\"5858\"\u003eThe estate is located in Saint-Émilion on Bordeaux’s Right Bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"3mem0g\" data-start=\"6055\" data-end=\"6089\"\u003eIs Château Ausone collectible?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6091\" data-end=\"6224\"\u003eYes. Château Ausone is one of Bordeaux’s most collectible and difficult-to-source wines due to its tiny production and global demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4047\" data-start=\"4008\" data-section-id=\"1zz26x\"\u003eWhy is Château Ausone so expensive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4314\" data-start=\"4049\"\u003eChâteau Ausone’s high prices are driven by its tiny production, elite limestone terroir, historical significance, and reputation as one of Bordeaux’s greatest wines. Strong global collector demand and limited availability further contribute to its rarity and value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1hfdd5v\" data-start=\"6377\" data-end=\"6413\"\u003eHow long can Château Ausone age?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6415\" data-end=\"6520\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eTop vintages of Château Ausone can evolve beautifully for several decades under proper cellar conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2015-chateau-ausone-saint-emilion-case-of-3-btls","title":"2015 Chateau Ausone, Saint-Emilion, Case of 3 btls","description":"\u003cdiv data-is-intersecting=\"true\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a0cba79-bd34-83e8-ad47-a382b39e3884-2\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-188\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a0cba79-bd34-83e8-ad47-a382b39e3884-2\" data-turn-id=\"request-6a0cba79-bd34-83e8-ad47-a382b39e3884-2\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-turn-start-message=\"true\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5-instant\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"7bcb4540-a0c3-4c9a-8964-102fd87a1693\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"380\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eThe 2015 \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eChâteau Ausone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a monumental Saint-Émilion built from roughly equal parts Cabernet Franc and Merlot, combining floral lift, crushed stone minerality, and deep dark fruit with extraordinary precision. 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