Château Beau Site
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Château Beau-Site, a Castéja family-owned winegrowing estate in Saint-Estèphe, produces wines under the Saint-Estèphe appellation. Its 40-hectare vineyard is planted predominantly with Cabernet Sauvignon on deep gravel soils, with wines aged in oak barrels.
Identity
Château Beau-Site is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Saint-Estèphe, in Gironde. The property is owned by the Castéja family, with Philippe Castéja as its current proprietor.
History and philosophy
The Castéja family's history in the Bordeaux vineyards dates back to 1600–1650, when Jehan de Castéja acquired their first lands. Château Beau-Site, as it is known today, was acquired by the Castéja family in 1955.
More recently, the estate undertook a complete renovation of the Château alongside the installation of a stainless-steel vat room, designed for parcel-by-parcel vinification. Vineyard management follows sustainable viticulture practices.
Appellations
Château Beau-Site produces wines under the Saint-Estèphe appellation.
Signature wines
The estate's grand vin is Château Beau-Site. A second wine is also produced under the name Château Haut-Vignoble Seguin.
The wines are crafted from blends dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, accompanied by Merlot, Petit Verdot, and occasionally Cabernet Franc, in proportions that vary with each vintage. These wines are typically structured and offer a faithful expression of their appellation.
Practical information
Château Beau-Site is located at Place Château Beau Site, 33180 Saint-Estèphe.
Contact: Telephone +33556000070, Email: domaines@borie-manoux.fr
Visits to the estate are available by appointment, Monday to Friday, from 08:00 to 12:00 and from 14:00 to 16:00.
Cellar-door sales are not available and the estate does not offer on-site accommodation.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the history of Château Beau-Site and the Castéja family?
- The Castéja family's history in the Bordeaux vineyards began between 1600 and 1650 with the acquisition of their first lands by Jehan de Castéja. Château Beau-Site, as it exists today, was acquired by the Castéja family in 1955. Recently, the estate carried out extensive modernisation, including the complete refurbishment of the Château and the construction of a stainless-steel vat room designed to optimise parcel-by-parcel vinification.
- What are the characteristics of the Château Beau-Site vineyard?
- The Château Beau-Site vineyard covers 40 hectares on deep gravel soils. The grape varieties are predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon (70%), complemented by Merlot (25%), Petit Verdot (3%), and Cabernet Franc (2%). The average vine age is between 35 and 45 years, and harvesting is carried out entirely by hand throughout the estate.
- How are the wines of Château Beau-Site produced?
- Vinification at Château Beau-Site includes alcoholic fermentation followed by malolactic fermentation. The wines are aged in French oak barrels for 12 to 14 months, using 40 to 50% new oak. Vineyard management adheres to sustainable farming practices.
- Is it possible to visit Château Beau-Site?
- Yes, visits to the estate are possible by appointment from Monday to Friday, between 08:00 and 12:00 and between 14:00 and 16:00. The estate is located at Place Château Beau Site, 33180 Saint-Estèphe. Please note that direct cellar-door sales are not offered and there is no accommodation available on site.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Beau-Site vineyard extends across an area of 40 hectares. It is characterised by deep gravel soils.
Grape varieties are dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon (70%), complemented by Merlot (25%), Petit Verdot (3%), and Cabernet Franc (2%). The average age of the vines is approximately 35 to 45 years. Harvesting is carried out by hand across the estate.
Vinification and ageing
Vinification at Château Beau-Site includes alcoholic and malolactic fermentation. Ageing takes place in French oak barrels for a period of 12 to 14 months, with 40 to 50% new oak barrels.
- Appellation
- Saint-Estèphe
- Commune
- Saint-Estèphe
- Wine region
- Médoc
- Owner
- Monsieur Philippe Castéja
- Surface area
- 40 ha
- Second wine
- Château Haut-Vignoble Seguin
- Grape varieties
- Cabernet Sauvignon 70%, Merlot 25%, Petit Verdot 3%, Cabernet Franc 2%
Practical information
- Address
- placeChâteau Beau Site, 33180 Saint-Estephe
- Phone
- +33556000070
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Oui sur rendez-vous