Château Beaurang
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Château Beaurang, a family-run winegrowing estate in Saint-Émilion since 1949, is managed by the Puyol family. Certified HVE, it cultivates 8.30 ha of vines with an average age of 55 years, predominantly planted with Merlot on sandy soils.
Identity
Château Beaurang is a family-owned estate rooted in Saint-Émilion. The Puyol family—comprising Marie-Christine, Claude and their daughter Delphine—heads this estate, continuing a winemaking tradition handed down through four generations.
History and Philosophy
The history of Château Beaurang as a winegrowing estate farmed by the Puyol family dates back to 1949. Ever since, the family has dedicated itself to developing the vineyard and its viticultural practices. The estate is committed to environmentally friendly practices, as demonstrated by its Haute Valeur Environnementale certification.
Appellations
The wines of Château Beaurang are produced under the Saint-Émilion appellation.
Practical Information
Château Beaurang welcomes visitors Monday to Friday, from 10:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 18:00. In July and August, the tasting cellar is open Tuesday to Saturday during the same hours. Tour and tasting experiences, titled “Du raisin à la bouteille”, are available by appointment with Marie-Christine, Claude and Delphine Puyol. These tours last around 1 hour and include the tasting of two or three wines depending on the season, priced at €8.50 per person (free for children). The estate can accommodate groups of up to 45 people. The site is accessible to people with disabilities (auditory, mental, motor, visual) and provides coach parking. Payments are accepted by American Express, debit/credit cards and cash. Spoken languages for reception are French, English and Spanish.
Address: Château BEAURANG, 33330
Telephone: +33 5 57 24 73 31
Email: contact@chateau-beaurang.com
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Frequently asked questions
- Who owns Château Beaurang?
- Château Beaurang is a family-owned estate managed by the Puyol family. Marie-Christine, Claude and their daughter Delphine are at the helm of this winegrowing property, carrying forward a long-standing tradition spanning four generations. Their dedication is reflected in the development of the vineyard and the implementation of environmentally sound practices, as evidenced by their certification.
- What is the vineyard's surface area and main grape variety?
- The Château Beaurang vineyard covers 8.30 hectares in a single contiguous block. The soils are predominantly sandy, contributing to the distinct character of the wines. The grape varieties are dominated by Merlot, which accounts for 60% of the plantings, supplemented by other traditional regional varieties. The vines have an average age of approximately 55 years.
- Is Château Beaurang committed to environmental sustainability?
- Yes, Château Beaurang is dedicated to environmentally friendly practices. This commitment is officially recognised by its Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification. The estate also employs integrated crop management across its vineyard, minimising the impact on the local ecosystem while ensuring grape quality.
- What are the tour and tasting arrangements at Château Beaurang?
- Château Beaurang welcomes visitors Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 18:00. In July and August, the tasting cellar is also open on Saturdays during the same hours. Tour and tasting visits, titled “Du raisin à la bouteille”, are available by appointment with the Puyol family. These visits last around 1 hour and include a tasting of two or three wines. The estate can host groups of up to 45 people and is fully accessible to visitors with reduced mobility.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The Château Beaurang vineyard covers a contiguous area of 8.30 hectares. The soils are predominantly sandy, and the average vine age is 55 years. The grape varieties are dominated by Merlot at 60%, complemented by other traditional regional varieties. The estate practices integrated crop protection across its vineyard.
Flagship Cuvées
The average annual production of Château Beaurang is approximately 10,000 bottles. The estate's wines are characterised by partial ageing in new oak barrels, contributing to their structure and aromatic expression.
Vinification and Ageing
Harvesting at Château Beaurang is carried out mechanically. The wines are aged in oak barrels, 50% of which are new, lending complexity and toasty oak notes to the wines.
- Appellation
- Saint-Émilion
- Commune
- Saint-Émilion
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- Famille Puyol
- Surface area
- 8.3 ha
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 60%
Practical information
- Address
- Château BEAURANG, 33330 Saint-Emilion
- Phone
- +33557247331
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Lundi, Mardi, Mercredi, Jeudi, Vendredi De 10h00 à 12h00 et de 14h00 à 18h00. Juillet-août du mardi au samedi : 10h-12h / 14h-18h.
- Visits
- Visite-dégustation sur RDV "Du raisin à la bouteille" proposée par Marie-Christine et Claude PUYOL et leur fille Delphine PUYOL. Durée 1h, dégustation de 2/3 vins selon saison. Tarif : 8.50€/personne, gratuit pour les enfants. Accueil de groupes.