The specialist of Bordeaux wines, since 1820
At the foundation of a great wine, the marriage of Heaven, Earth and Men.
Our mission To propose suitable wines solutions offering a wide range of Bordeaux and developing tailor-made wines, always in the search of the best quality/price ratio.
In Bordeaux we trust The largest and oldest fine wines region in the world 63 appellations AOC Genuine wines with a reliable and constant Quality Outstanding reputation The art of blending Men Savoir faire Exceptional Terroir Variety of tasting and prices A singular and reassuring classification model A sustainable and nonesuch trading organisation
Our story From a Bordeaux trading company founded in 1820, To the creation of a multi-skilled and international group. 1820 : founding of Maison De Luze (pioneer in Bordeaux wines export) 1965: Takeover of Maison Chantecaille (trading) 1968: Takeover of Maison Lalande (trading) 1980: Maison De Luze acquired by Rémy Martin ( Cognac ) 1988 : Acquisition of La Grande Cave ( collection of Grands Crus ) Purchase of De Rivoyre ( production tools) & Diprovin ( bulk ) 1991 : Creation of Grands Vins de Gironde ( GVG ) 1996 : Acquisition of the Société des Vins Mousseux ( Sparklings ) May 2011: Acquisition of GVG by the family Casteja Holding Company
Our expertise Our experience and numerous expertise enable us to best fit the various demand of international markets. Sourcing Winemaking & maturing Wine creation A large network of reliable partners Strict specifications for wine selection > 1 000 wines references in stock on all the Bordeaux appellations and all the ranges of prices > 500 Grands crus references, deliverables and «en Primeur» Each year, GVG sells more than 240,000 hectoliters of wine in bulk. A sharp supply and continued collaboration with over 100 castles. GVG develops own branded wines (De Luze) but also offers 100% tailor-made Bordeaux and sparkling wines, thanks to its multi-skilled teams, its modern and flexible production tools, and its high quality standards.
Behind the scenes of GVG
Our strengths A huge experience Wise advice of a specialist of Bordeaux wines The luxury of the choice Responsiveness & competitiveness thanks to complementary and integrated expertise High quality standards The power of a strong group a TOP position In the fisrt 10 players of Bordeaux wines houses (/400) > 30 millions bottles out of our cellars each year for 60 millions euros of turnover Retailing in 75 countries 2300 loyal clients 7 modern and flexible bottling lines 110 employees
Our offer To fit the demand of an international clientele, GVG provides : - carefully selected Bordeaux wines - covering all the appellations - and all price ranges but also a service of tailor-made wines : SPARKLINGS
Grands Crus Classés Operator of Grands Crus Deliverables and en primeurs More than one million bottles in our cellar on over 500 legendary wines references Second wines in exclusivity
Châteaux & exclusives Our house has forged quality and lasting relationships with over 200 châteaux in different Bordeaux appellations. Our buyers and winemakers ( including a former cellar master of châteaux Margaux) rigorously select each wine according to strict specifications and strive to retain the best quality - price ratio in each category of wine. Thus, our offer contains more than 650 references of wines and has a fine collection of exclusives.
Creations by De Luze The deposit of a rich brand with an history of nearly 200 years. The promise of accessible Bordeaux wines appealing their discovery. The combination of traditional know-how with new technologies for the benefit of the quality and consistency of wines. The continuous search for the best quality / price ratio in each appellation. An answer for each consumer profile (traditional, epicurean, esthete)
Sparklings and flavored wines More than 100 years of experience in sparkling elaboration with our subsidiary SVM. Process based on the Charmat method (fermentation takes place in a closed container such as for french ciders or italian proseccos) Matching the world trend to sweet savors and prices A sector open to innovation and seducing new consumers Several possible combinations (vs wine origin, alcohol, bubbles, sweetness, flavouring, colors ) A modern and flexible production tool Able to propose packaging customization from 600 bottles only and total customization (wine + packaging) from 6000.
Your tailor-made wine GVG fits each client demand thanks to its service My Bottle : Integral customization of your wine Bordeaux or other appellation, still wines or sparklings from 6 000 bottles and in only 6 weeks 100% Tailor-made : wine + packaging + branding A modern and flexible production tool A multi-competent and responsive team High quality standards
Latest creations Examples of a new bordeaux wine and a sparkling to drink on ice
Grands Vins de Gironde 2, chemin du Rivet BP59 33451 Saint-Loubès France T +33 5 57 97 07 20 gvg@gvg.fr www.gvg.fr