The original traces of Château Edmus go back to 1730, when a certain Jacques de Canolle planted a vineyard. Even at this time, Château Edmus’ wine sold for 3 to 4 times the price of its neighbours, proof of the distinctive nature of its terroir. In the 19th century, the domain was taken up by the Lur-Saluces family, also owners of the famous Château d’Yquem. From this point on, the quality and reputation of the estate only improved.
As time has gone on, less and less wine has been produced at the Château, whilst attention to detail has become increasingly important. This has brought about a kind of renaissance, with the phoenix coming to symbolise the estate alongside its motto ‘Renascetur Gloriosius’. In 2007, Philip Edmundson and Eric Remus bought the 5.8 hectares of vines, and Stéphane Derenoncourt was brought in for consultations on vinification and ageing.
In 2019, it was Laurent David’s turn to take up the torch, this time just the finest parcel of 1.6 hectares. Enthused by wine and technology, this innovator has committed to a natural way of doing things, with the estate now labelled ‘organic’ and inspired by biodynamic methods. Not a new face, but a changing one that deserves your attention.