The 2025 growing season was characterised by contrasts: a mild, balanced spring, with neither excesses nor deficits, was followed by a summer that started and remained rather dry, presenting a profile reminiscent of 2022. Bud break was about a week earlier than usual, as was flowering. This progressed quickly and uniformly in particularly favourable weather conditions, with no coulure or millerandage.


The lack of rain from the start of the summer gradually created a water deficit. August was dominated by a heatwave, which accelerated ripening, particularly for the sauvignon blanc.
Fortunately, there was some much-needed rain, with almost 60 mm between late August and early September. This helped restore the vines’ water balance and bring down temperatures, enabling more uniform, steadier ripening at the end of the season. Despite a few rainy spells in September, the vines remained in excellent health.
Given these weather conditions, the decision was made not to bring forward the harvest dates, but to instead focus on optimal ripeness, in particular phenolic ripeness. This deliberate, committed choice resulted in a particularly high level of quality, with the grapes harvested at perfect maturity, fully expressing the potential of the fruit and the vintage.