Château Batailley

Château Batailley is owned by Emile Casteja of the famous negociants, Borie-Manoux. The 55 hectares of vineyards (Cabernet Sauvignon 70%, Merlot 25%, Cabernet Franc 3%, Petit Verdot 2%) undulate on a deep gravel bed, underpinned by a clay & limestone subsoil. Vinification takes place in a mixture of oak, stainless steel, and cement vats, followed by 18 months maturation in oak barriques (50% new). 
Château Batailley is classified as a 5ème Cru Classé.