The Origins of Arbo (1900)
The Arbo we know today began in 1900 when Margaux & Dorian’s great-great-great grandfather, Arnuad Puyanche, began producing sweet white wines with the abundance of Semillon vines on the land. Bordeaux in the early 20th century was renowned for its sweet whites, so Semillon and Sauvignon vines prospered throughout the region.
Replanting After 1918
When the second generation began at Arbo in 1918, many of the white Semillon & Sauvignon vines had been destroyed during the Russian invasion and were replanted with Merlot. The remaining white vines were sold to the local co-op.
The Restoration Years
Bernadette and Joseph took over and aimed to restore the vineyard to its natural state. Arbo focuses on biodiversity, such as encouraging animals onto the land and herding bats to eat moths instead of using pesticides.
The Fifth Generation of Arbo
Margaux and Dorian, the fifth generation, now run the business, with Dorian as the active winemaker. Arbo's Malbec and Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon blend are of high quality and low quantity.
A Family Legacy That Continues
While Bernadette & Joseph are still on the vineyard, their children Margaux and Dorian have taken the business over, making them the fifth generation of Arbos on the land. Dorian is the active winemaker at the cellar today, though Joseph hasn’t completely retired just yet.
