Château Ame de Viaud
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Château Ame de Viaud, owned by Sébastien Godineau, is located in Lalande-de-Pomerol. It produces wines under the Lalande-de-Pomerol and Bordeaux appellations from a 7-hectare vineyard planted on sandy-gravel soils.
Identity
Château Ame de Viaud is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Lalande-de-Pomerol, in Gironde. It is owned by Sébastien Godineau.
History and Philosophy
Sébastien Godineau acquired the property in 2016. The estate is part of the Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation, whose winemaking heritage dates back to the 12th century.
The Appellations
The estate produces wines under the Lalande-de-Pomerol and Bordeaux appellations.
Practical Information
Château Ame de Viaud is located at 23 route de Viaud, 33500 Lalande de Pomerol. For enquiries, the estate can be contacted by telephone on 05.57.23.76.80 or by email at chateau-ame-de-viaud@orange.fr.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Ame de Viaud located?
- Château Ame de Viaud is located in the commune of Lalande-de-Pomerol, in the Gironde department. The winegrowing property is specifically situated at 23 route de Viaud, 33500 Lalande de Pomerol. Owned by Sébastien Godineau, the estate covers 7 hectares.
- Which appellations are produced by Château Ame de Viaud?
- Château Ame de Viaud crafts wines under two distinct appellations. The main appellation is Lalande-de-Pomerol, boasting a rich viticultural heritage dating back to the 12th century. In addition, the estate produces wines under the Bordeaux appellation, allowing Château Ame de Viaud to offer a varied range of wines.
- What is the typical grape variety blend of Château Ame de Viaud wines?
- The grape varieties of Château Ame de Viaud are dominated by Merlot, which generally makes up 75% of the blend, complemented by 25% Cabernet Sauvignon. This blend is used for several cuvées, including Ame de Viaud and Plaisir de Viaud. The Reflet de Viaud cuvée features a slightly different blend of 72% Merlot and 28% Cabernet Sauvignon.
- What are the characteristics of the terroir at Château Ame de Viaud?
- The terroir of Château Ame de Viaud is predominantly composed of sandy-gravel soils, alongside clay-gravel zones of Quaternary origin. A notable feature of this terroir is the presence of subsoil iron oxide deposits, locally referred to as “crasse de fer”. The regional climate, with generous sunshine, warm and dry summers, and mild, wet winters, further shapes the distinctive character of this 7-hectare vineyard.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The vineyard at Château Ame de Viaud covers 7 hectares. The soils are predominantly sandy-gravel, with clay-gravel parcels dating from the Quaternary period. Traces of iron oxide, locally known as “crasse de fer”, are also present in the subsoil. The local climate is characterised by generous sunshine, warm and dry summers, and mild, wet winters.
Flagship Cuvées
Château Ame de Viaud produces several cuvées, including:
Ame de Viaud
This cuvée is crafted from a blend of 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon. The vines dedicated to this cuvée are planted on sandy-gravel soils. It is aged for 12 months in new oak barrels and offers an ageing potential of 10 to 15 years.
Reflet de Viaud
The Reflet de Viaud cuvée is composed of 72% Merlot and 28% Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from plots on sandy-gravel soils. It undergoes 8 months of ageing in one-wine oak barrels, with an ageing potential of 8 to 10 years.
Plaisir de Viaud
This cuvée comes from a blend of 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon grown on sandy-gravel soils. It is aged for 12 months in new oak barrels and has an ageing potential of 10 to 15 years.
Vinification and Ageing
Ageing at Château Ame de Viaud takes place in oak barrels. Both the Ame de Viaud and Plaisir de Viaud cuvées are aged for 12 months in new oak barrels, while the Reflet de Viaud cuvée benefits from 8 months of ageing in one-wine oak barrels.
- Appellations
- Lalande-de-Pomerol, Bordeaux
- Commune
- Lalande-de-Pomerol
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- Sébastien Godineau
- Surface area
- 7 ha
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 75%, Cabernet Sauvignon 25%
Practical information
- Address
- 23 route de Viaud, 33500 Lalande de Pomerol
- Phone
- 05.57.23.76.80
- Contact form
- Contact the estate