Whispers of a Grand Cru Terroir – A Portrait of Those Who Live by Its Rhythm
An exhibition by Lucas Lehmann for Dix Hectares, in collaboration with Château Montrose, at Villa Pétrusse.
For Dix Hectares, Lucas Lehmann turns his lens towards the cultivation of the land and the gestures that accompany it. His photographic series explores the relationship between humankind and the living world, in its most tangible, patient and essential forms.
Villa Pétrusse hosts this exhibition within its historic casemates. During the visit, the photographs offer a window into a unique estate: Saint-Estèphe, in the heart of the Médoc, where Château Montrose, a Second Growth (Deuxième Grand Cru Classé) in the 1855 Classification, gave rise to the skincare house Dix Hectares. A wine tasting and an introduction to the skincare collection will extend the experience.
LUCAS LEHMANN
Originally from eastern France, Lucas Lehmann discovered visual creation through graphic design and video before turning to photography. Based in Paris, he now develops his work through collaborations with individuals, brands and projects that share his visual sensibility.
His photography draws inspiration from simple gestures, everyday life and the human experience. Moving between warm colours and black and white, his visual language is shaped by a search for authenticity, with particular attention to textures, human presence and detail.
DIX HECTARES
Dix Hectares is a French skincare house born at the heart of the Château Montrose estate. Guided by the principles of regenerative agriculture, it cultivates its own botanical ingredients and oversees every stage of their transformation, from field to skin.
At the heart of this approach lies the land: living soil, cultivated in harmony with the seasons, whose richness nourishes the plants and determines the quality of the active ingredients extracted from them. Observing, preserving and regenerating this ecosystem requires precise, patient and often invisible gestures.
It is this work with the land, and the people who bring it to life, that Dix Hectares invited photographer Lucas Lehmann to observe. Through his lens, he reveals an intimate relationship with the living world, where caring for the soil is the first step in a chain that connects the earth to the skin.
CHÂTEAU MONTROSE
Located in Saint-Estèphe, in the heart of the Médoc, Château Montrose is a Second Growth (Deuxième Grand Cru Classé) in the 1855 Classification, renowned for the elegance, power and remarkable ageing potential of its wines.
Through a tasting of three emblematic wines and vintages – La Dame de Montrose 2023, Château Montrose 2015 and Château Montrose 2019 – guests will be invited on a journey into the heart of this exceptional terroir. This sensory experience will reveal different expressions of the estate, from the freshness and vibrancy of La Dame de Montrose to the complexity and depth of Château Montrose's great vintages, showcasing the richness of time, the land and generations of human craftsmanship.
VILLA PÉTRUSSE
In the heart of Luxembourg City, overlooking the lush Pétrusse Valley, Villa Pétrusse combines historic charm with contemporary elegance. Its gastronomy, art of hospitality and exceptional spaces make it a destination for truly memorable occasions.
Its casemates are a remarkable part of Luxembourg's heritage: these historic vaulted spaces bear witness to the city's former fortress, whose Old Town and fortifications are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Today, they provide a striking setting for receptions, tastings and private events.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Discover the wines and world of Dix Hectares with Estelle Calvez, Head of Hospitality at Eutopia Estates
Friday, 20 November | 16:00–18:00
Saturday, 21 November | 16:00–18:00
Price: €150 per person
Villa Pétrusse
1, avenue Marie-Thérèse
L-2132 Luxembourg
To enjoy a tasting of the three Château Montrose wines and discover the Dix Hectares skincare collection, please register by email at dining@hlvp.lu, mentioning Luxembourg Art Week and your preferred date.
