Domaine Clarence Dillon, the family-owned company founded in 1935, is simultaneously launching three new Web sites. Domaine Clarence Dillon has successfully built upon an extraordinary legacy of winemaking excellence for 75 years and it demands nothing less of its three new Web sites:

www.DomaineClarenceDillon.com
www.Haut-Brion.com
www.Mission-Haut-Brion.com

One of these sites is dedicated to Domaine Clarence Dillon. The two other sites lead the visitor on a thrilling journey through its prestigious properties: Château Haut-Brion and Château La Mission Haut-Brion. All three sites are resolutely luxurious in approach and intended to offer a unique online experience for Bordeaux enthusiasts. These three sites are positioned so as to serve as benchmarks in their field.

Magnificently elegant in design, with beautiful photos and high-quality videos, at every instant the very essence of Domaine Clarence Dillon’s wines is offered to view. From their initial conception to the graphic design work, from the technical development to the audio-visual aspects of content presentation and the photo shoots, Domaine Clarence Dillon aims to offer an unprecedented and immersive experience to online visitors, developing a distinctive visual identity and a cohesive style.

The family-owned company Domaine Clarence Dillon, presided by its eponymous founder’s great-grandson, Prince Robert of Luxembourg, enjoys the unique privilege of possessing four classed growths having built a reputation without equal: the two great red wines and the two great white wines of Château La Mission Haut-Brion and Château Haut-Brion. All of Domaine Clarence Dillon’s unparalleled expertise, backed by five centuries of tradition, finds expression in its full range of wines.

Always a pioneer, Château Haut-Brion was the first of France’s great wine estates to create a bilingual Web site (in French and English). In 1997, a similar site was created by Château La Mission Haut-Brion. More recently, in 2005, Domaine Clarence Dillon created its Bordeaux négociant business named Clarence Dillon Wines and launched Clarendelle, the first super premium branded Bordeaux wine.

In 2010, Domaine Clarence Dillon celebrates 75 years of excellence.

Amberwine 2003 received a silver medal to the World Competition in Brussels. To get an award, a minimal scrore of 85,4/100 was required. Only 2,042 wines out of 7,000 were awarded a medal.

Clarendelle Amberwine vintage 2003 received the Vinalies d'or (Gold Award) at the 2010 Vinalies Internationales.
This contest, organized under the high patronage of the Union Internationale des Oenologues, took place from February 16th to the last March 2nd in Paris. 3198 wines were tasted by 140 tasters from all over the world.

It is for us, an honour and nice recognition for the team's work.

Clarendelle wines were part of the brilliant Bordeaux Wine Matchmaking event in Miami. "Trying to break the perception that Bordeaux wines are expensive and elitist in nature, the CIVB along with "French Tuesdays" connected with over 300 people in the South Florida area to participate in the Bordeaux Matchmaking event. The event was to feature wines that were available locally, and all under $25, helping teach people that delicious wines from France are also affordable, if they know what to look for." Clarendelle Rosé was a big success: "Part of the Clarence Dillon Wines family, which since 1934 has owned one of the five first growth vineyards, Haut-Brion, the Clarendelle rose was delicious and refreshing, with notes of strawberry and a little citrus. "

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During the exclusive Château Haut-Brion dinner held by Averys Wine merchant, Prince Robert de Luxembourg presented the Clarendelle wine family along with Château La Mission Haut-Brion 1998 and Château Haut-Brion 1990 and 1995.

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Our 2004 vintage of Clarendelle red has a new packaging, making it the perfect gift for Christmas.

The Clarendelle range is now available in Great Britain at Avery's as well as at Harrod's. To enhance the awareness of the brand, Clarendelle advertised in the prestigious Decanter Magazine.

Clarence Dillon Wines was the privileged partner of the prestigious Leading Hotels of The World 2009 Gala dinner, on November 21st, at La Fenice in Venice, Italy.
On this occasion, Clarendelle red 2004, Clarendelle white 2006, Amberwine 2003 and Domaine Clarence Dillon’s La Chapelle de La Mission Haut Brion 2000 and Château Bahans Haut Brion 1998 were served during the dinner, in presence of Prince Robert and Princess Julie de Luxembourg.

Clarence Dillon Wines are launching Clarendelle in the UK in partnership with Averys. British wine lovers will be able to enjoy the finesse and elegance of our wines.

Clarendelle Rouge 2004 was awarded a Silver Medal at the 12th Japan Wine Challenge in Tokyo in July 2009 under the chairmanship of Decanter journalist Steven Spurrier.

The Japan Wine Challenge is a yearly event organized in association with the Institute of Masters of Wine, the San Francisco International Wine Competition and a team of expert judges (both international and local) that ensures that all wines are given the optimum evaluation by a truly international and professional judging panel.

The Awards Ceremony and Gala Dinner and Charity Auction took place on July 17th, 2009 at the Grand Hyatt Tokyo. HIH Princess Takamado has graciously agreed to be present for this very special occasion, and to make the top awards.

June 21-25: For the first time, Clarence Dillon Wines was present at Vinexpo.

Its elegant and original booth drew attention to the Clarendelle brand and the negotiant activity.

May 24-June 7, 2009: Clarendelle was once again offered to the spectators of the Open of Tennis at Roland Garros in the VIP lounges.

During the Cannes International Film Festival, the luxury jewelry store Chopard served Clarendelle wines to the guests of its gala dinner.

Clarendelle Rouge 2003 is now served in the Business and First Class of SwissAir.

The Bordeaux Magnum wine store in Bordeaux welcomed Château Haut-Brion and Clarendelle for a charity event. The highlight of the evening was the auctioning of a jeroboam of Clarendelle 2005 to the benefit of the telethon.

On the 4th of June 2007 Princess Katherine of Yougoslavia welcomed at the embassy of Serbia in Paris her French friends. They were all gathered to support her foundation.
This event enables to collect funds which will help to improve the life of the sick children, the orphan and premature babies in Serbia.
Clarence Dillon Wines was delighted to support this charity by donating Clarendelle Wines

This year once again, Clarence Dillon Wines was delighted to support ARK by donating Clarendelle wines for the Gala dinner held in London on May 11th 2007.

This prestigious evening enabled ARK to raise £ 26, 6 million. Those funds will help ARK to develop its projects around the world and to achieve the charity most important goal
“Transforming children’s life”

On 9th May, the spectacular launch of the NSPCC’s dream auction FULL STOP campaign took place at the historic Royal Albert Hall, London. Stars of screen and sport arrived and mingled with international society and friends of the NSPCC.

Dinner was served by Leith’s and guests feasted on steamed English asparagus, roasted Scottish salmon and lemon tart accompanied by Clarendelle, a new comprehensive range of premium wines donated by Clarence Dillon wines.

Clarence Dillon Wines was delighted to have been able to support KIDS by donating wine for the Gala Dinner held at the magnificent Banqueting House on Whitehall.
KIDS, is dedicated to working with disabled children, young people and their families to help them make the most of their abilities.

Should you wish to find out more about this foundation or to make a donation please visit the site at http://www.kids-online.org.uk The 350 VIP guests of KIDS were able to enjoy the entire range of Clarendelle wines:

Clarendelle Red 2003
Clarendelle White 2004
Clarendelle Amberwine 2003

This was the eighth wine auction organized by the Women’s Board of Lyric Opera of Chicago since 1988. Mrs. Christopher C. (Nancy) Milliken of Lake Forest served as chairman and Mrs. Paul W. (Susan) Oliver, Jr. of Oswego and Chicago served as vice chairman of Wine Auction 2006.

From the 24th to the 31st of January Jean-Philippe Delmas travelled to Japan in order to promote the wines of Domaine Clarence Dillon S.A..
he first two days consisted of different events organized by SUNTORY - FWINES in Tokyo and Yokahama. Many professionals of the wine trade and numerous journalists were invited.

Clarendelle enjoyed its Parisian Premiere on the Champs Elysées on the 8 of December 2005. Prince Robert de Luxembourg was present at the Publicis wine cellar for the launch of the "Grande Marque de Terroir", Clarendelle.

In partnership with the Publicis group and the Alain Ducasse restaurants, Domaine Clarence Dillon was pleased to be able to add some glamour for the launch of its new born as well as its subsidiary Clarence Dillon Wines.

Prince and Princess Robert of Luxembourg were honoured to be invited to a private dinner organised by Mr. and Mrs. Paul Reynolds at the Dorchester in support of the Clinton Foundation.

President William Jefferson Clinton was able to share his views on many topics which relate to the passionate and energetic work of this young ex-President of the United States and his Foundation. The evening’s participants were fascinated to hear about the foundation’s successful initiatives in supporting the prevention and treatment of AIDS with a particular focus on pediatric AIDS.

Domaine Clarence Dillon and Clarence Dillon Wines were pleased to serve their wines during this memorable evening.

Morton's Club invited Prince Robert of Luxembourg to showcase some of Château La Mission Haut-Brion and Château Haut-Brion finest wines during an exclusive wine dinner for tits members. This evening also was the perfect opportunity for Clarence Dillon Wines to introduce their new range of Premium "Terroir" wines, Clarendelle, in London.

Wines served at this dinner included Clarendelle Amberwine 2003.

What a coming out party for Clarendelle !
This prestigious event which is held every two years seemed to be the ideal occasion to present Clarendelle to wine lovers and professionals from around the world.

/td>	During the Grand Award Banquet and in the presence of the Wine Spectators 1400 guests Madame la Duchesse de Mouchy was honoured by receiving the Distinguished Service Award, a distinction which honours people who have contributed in a significant manner to the world of wine.

In a homely and convivial atmosphere the Dillon family with the presence of Prince Robert of Luxembourg were pleased to share some of their finest wines with the members of this distinguished private club which once enjoyed Château Haut-Brion as its house wine.

The Links Club, which has been a home away from home for generations of the Dillon family, also seemed the perfect environment to introduce the new premium range of Clarendelle wines to the membership.

Clarendelle Blanc 2004 and Clarendelle Amberwine 2003 were two of the wines served at this dinner.