Château Beauregard Ducasse
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Château Beauregard Ducasse, a family-owned winegrowing estate in Mazères in the Graves, is managed by Albert Perromat. The 49-hectare property, certified HVE, produces red and white wines on gravel, sand, and clay-limestone soils.
Identity
Château Beauregard Ducasse is located in the commune of Mazères. It is owned by the Perromat family, now in its seventh generation of winegrowers, with Albert Perromat currently at the helm as winemaker.
History and philosophy
The estate was founded in 1850 by Albert Duran. From 1981 onwards, Jacques Perromat undertook the restoration and expansion of the vineyard. Albert Perromat has been managing the estate since 2018. Château Beauregard Ducasse is committed to environmental certification, holding Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification.
Appellations
The wines produced by Château Beauregard Ducasse are crafted under the Graves appellation.
Winemaking and ageing
The vinification of the red wines, notably the cuvée Albert Duran, includes ageing in oak barrels. For white wines such as the cuvée Albertine Peyri, fermentation takes place in Allier oak barrels, followed by ageing on fine lees with bâtonnage and maturation in new oak barrels.
Practical information
Château Beauregard Ducasse is located at Ducasse, 33210 Mazères. The estate can be contacted by telephone on +33 6 89 42 55 87 or by email at aperromat@mjperromat.com. Tastings and direct cellar-door sales are available at the property.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who is the current owner of Château Beauregard Ducasse?
- Château Beauregard Ducasse is currently owned by the Perromat family, representing the seventh generation of winegrowers. Albert Perromat manages the estate, continuing the family heritage that began with its founding in 1850 by Albert Duran. The Perromat family took over the property in 1981, when Jacques Perromat set out to restore and expand the vineyard.
- What is the vineyard area of Château Beauregard Ducasse and which grape varieties are grown there?
- The vineyard of Château Beauregard Ducasse covers 49 hectares. The grape varieties for the red wines comprise Merlot, Cabernet-Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot. For the white wines, the planted varieties are Sémillon, representing 60% of the white vineyard, and Sauvignon, making up the remaining 40%. These varieties are tailored to the various soil types across the property.
- What are the characteristics of the terroir at Château Beauregard Ducasse?
- The terroir of Château Beauregard Ducasse features a diverse range of soils well suited to viticulture, including gravel, sand, iron-rich concretions, and clay-limestone. This varied soil composition, combined with the estate's maximum altitude of 112 to 113 metres, contributes to the distinctive profile of the wines produced under the Graves appellation.
- Does Château Beauregard Ducasse hold any environmental certifications?
- Yes, Château Beauregard Ducasse is committed to a meaningful environmental approach. The estate holds Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification. This certification recognises environmentally friendly farming practices aimed at preserving biodiversity and reducing the ecological footprint of wine production across the property.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Beauregard Ducasse vineyard extends over 49 hectares. It is planted on varied soils composed of gravel, sand, iron-rich concretions, and clay-limestone. The estate reaches a peak altitude of 112 to 113 metres.
Flagship cuvées
Château Beauregard Ducasse offers several flagship cuvées. Among the red wines, the “Château Beauregard Ducasse cuvée Albert Duran” is crafted from Merlot, Cabernet-Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot. It is aged in oak barrels, giving it a structure that evolves favourably over time. Among the white wines, the estate presents the “Château Beauregard Ducasse cuvée Albertine Peyri”, made from Sémillon and Sauvignon. This cuvée is vinified and aged in new oak barrels on lees with bâtonnage, developing distinctive aromatic richness. The estate also produces Château Beauregard Ducasse Rosé and Château Beauregard Ducasse Blanc.
- Appellation
- Graves
- Commune
- Mazères
- Wine region
- Graves & Sauternais
- Owner
- Albert Perromat
- Surface area
- 49 ha
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot, Cabernet-Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Sémillon 60%, Sauvignon 40%
Practical information
- Address
- Ducasse, 33210 Mazères
- Phone
- +33 6 89 42 55 87
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Oui