Château Beaumont
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Château Beaumont, situated in Cussac-Fort-Médoc, is a 115-hectare winegrowing estate in Haut-Médoc owned by Grands Millésimes de France. Certified Terra Vitis and HVE, it produces red wine and offers holiday cottages alongside tastings.
Identity
Château Beaumont is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Cussac-Fort-Médoc, in Gironde. It is owned by Grands Millésimes de France, an entity jointly held by the Castel and Suntory groups.
History and philosophy
The clearing of land for the Château Beaumont vineyard took place at the end of the 18th century, with the earliest vines planted in the early 19th century. The estate came under the ownership of Grands Millésimes de France in 1986. Dedicated to sustainable viticulture, the property holds both Terra Vitis and Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certifications.
Appellations
Château Beaumont produces wines under the Haut-Médoc appellation.
Flagship wines
The estate's principal cuvée is Château Beaumont, a red wine.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Beaumont located and who owns it?
- Château Beaumont is a winegrowing estate established in Cussac-Fort-Médoc, in Gironde. It is owned by Grands Millésimes de France, an entity jointly held by the Castel and Suntory groups. The exact address is 28, rue Beaumont-Nord, 33460 Cussac-Fort-Médoc.
- What is the size of the Château Beaumont vineyard and what certifications does it hold?
- The Château Beaumont vineyard covers a surface area of 115 hectares. The estate is actively committed to sustainable viticulture, as evidenced by its Terra Vitis and Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certifications. The grape varieties are predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon (53%), complemented by Merlot and Petit Verdot.
- Which appellations are produced at Château Beaumont?
- Château Beaumont primarily produces wines under the Haut-Médoc appellation. In addition to this main appellation, the estate also produces wines under the Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux appellation, offering diversity across its range. The estate's flagship wine is Château Beaumont, a red wine.
- What visitor services are available at Château Beaumont?
- Château Beaumont welcomes visitors for tastings and offers direct on-site sales. For those wishing to extend their stay, holiday cottages are also available on the property. For any information or inquiries, you can call +33 5 56 58 92 29 or email anicolle@chateau-beaumont.com.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Beaumont vineyard covers an area of 115 hectares. The dominant grape variety is Cabernet Sauvignon (53%), complemented by Merlot and Petit Verdot. The vineyard is situated in the commune of Berson.
- Appellations
- Haut-Médoc, Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux
- Commune
- Cussac-Fort-Médoc
- Wine region
- Médoc
- Owner
- Grands Millésimes de France (détenus par Castel et Suntory)
- Technical direction
- Rémi LONHIENNE
- Surface area
- 115 ha
- Second wine
- Les Tours de Beaumont
- Certifications
- Terra Vitis, HVE
- Grape varieties
- Cabernet Sauvignon 53%, Merlot, Petit Verdot
Practical information
- Address
- 28, rue Beaumont-Nord, 33460 Cussac-Fort-Médoc
- Phone
- +33 5 56 58 92 29
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Oui