Bordeaux · Sub-regions
Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc
The two communal appellations in the Haut-Médoc hinterland: Moulis with the gravel croups of Grand Poujeaux (Chasse-Spleen, Poujeaux, Maucaillou), Listrac on the Médoc's highest point with more limestone and Merlot.
Grape Varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Most Famous Site
Grand Poujeaux
Vineyard Area
1.200 ha
Harvest
September – October
TERROIR PROFILE · Bordeaux
Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc Gravel croups in the hinterland
Moulis and Listrac: Chasse-Spleen and Poujeaux deliver Médoc class without Grand Cru prices.
SOILS
Gravel / Sandlight, approachable
Gravel and sand drain heavily — vines struggle for water, wines turn fine, light and elegant.
Limestoneprecise, mineral
Limestone delivers tension, structure and a cooler, more mineral character.
Loambody-rich, velvety
Loamy soils give wines volume and a soft, velvety mouthfeel.
CLIMATE · Maritime
Atlantic, slightly less estuary moderation than on the Gironde.
TOPOGRAPHY · gentle
Grand Poujeaux croups (Moulis), the Médoc's highest point (Listrac, 43 m).
WHAT IT MEANS IN THE GLASS
Typical Flavours of the Region
Sauvignon Blanc
WhiteCabernet Sauvignon
RedMerlot
RedCabernet Franc
RedPetit Verdot
RedRegion aroma cloud
Bordeaux overview
This sub-region is part of Bordeaux. The map shows all 23 sub-regions — Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc is highlighted.
Overview
Typical Varieties
Terroir & Climate
Soil Type
Gravel (Moulis), limestone and clay (Listrac)
Top profiles
2 detailed profiles — all filterable in the list belowAll Wineries
7 results
Château Fourcas Dupré
Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc · Listrac-Médoc
Château Fourcas Hosten
Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc · Listrac-Médoc
Château Branas Grand Poujeaux
Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc · Moulis-en-Médoc
Château Chasse-Spleen
Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc · Moulis-en-Médoc
Château Maucaillou
Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc · Moulis-en-Médoc
Château Poujeaux
Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc · Moulis-en-Médoc
Château Reverdi
Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc · Listrac-Médoc
Events in Bordeaux
All events in Bordeaux →12 Dec – Sun, 13 December 2026
Bordeaux Tasting
Tasting · Bordeaux
19 Feb – Mon, 22 February 2027
Salon des Vins des Vignerons Indépendants Strasbourg
Wine fair · Straßburg
19 Apr – Thu, 22 April 2027
Semaine des Primeurs Bordeaux
Trade event · Bordeaux
1 May – Sun, 2 May 2027
Portes Ouvertes en Saint-Émilion
Open cellar · Saint-Émilion
Thu, 24 June 2027
Fête de la Fleur
Wine dinner · Bordeaux
Sat, 11 September 2027
Marathon du Médoc
Wine walk · Pauillac
Frequently Asked Questions
Which grape varieties define Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc?
The key grape varieties in Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The best-known vineyard is Grand Poujeaux.
When is the best time to visit Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc for wine?
The harvest in Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc takes place September – October – when vineyards and cellars are busiest. May to July suits tastings without harvest bustle; many estates open their tasting rooms off-season by appointment.
What does the terroir of Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc taste like?
Soils: Gravel (Moulis), limestone and clay (Listrac). Together they shape structure, acidity and aromatics – see the terroir profile above.
How many wineries are there in Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc?
Cellarmap lists 7 wineries in Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc across roughly 1,200 hectares of vines. Every profile shows location, contact, grape varieties and, where available, vineyards, classification and visitor information.
Which is the most famous vineyard in Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc?
Grand Poujeaux is regarded as the most famous vineyard of Listrac-Médoc & Moulis-en-Médoc. The vineyard overview on this page shows which estates farm it.
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