The 8 hectare vineyard of Chateau Destieux in Saint Emilion is planted to 66% Merlot , 17% Cabernet Franc and 17% Cabernet Sauvignon . The terroir is chalk and clay soils. The vineyard is divided into 8 separate parcels, which now match the 8 fermentation vats, for parcel by parcel vinification. The vineyard boasts old vines, many of which are between 40 to 50 years of age. Malolactic fermentation takes place in 100% new, French oak barrels. The wine of Chateau Destieux is then aged in 100% new, French oak for barrels between 15-24 months depending on the vintage. On average, between 2,500 and 2,800 cases of Chateau Destieux are produced every year. There is a second wine , de Laubarede.