Château Bechaud
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Château Bechaud, located in Saint-Émilion, is a 9-hectare winegrowing estate in Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, certified organic (Agriculture Biologique). It prioritises Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon grown on clay-limestone soils.
Identity
Château Bechaud is located in Saint-Émilion, in the Gironde department. It is attached to the commune of Saint-Laurent-des-Combes.
History and Philosophy
Château Bechaud is committed to an environmentally friendly approach, certified in Agriculture Biologique (organic farming). The estate is also Agriconfiance certified and adheres to the Environmental Management System - ISO 14001, reflecting structured environmental stewardship throughout its winegrowing activities.
Appellations
Château Bechaud produces wines under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.
Practical Information
Château Bechaud is located at 633 Route du Castellot, 33330 Saint-Émilion. It can be contacted by telephone on 05 57 24 70 71 or by email at contact@udpse.com.
The cellar door is open from Monday to Saturday. The estate offers visits and can host groups. Coach access is possible. Languages spoken for reception include French, English, German, and Chinese.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Bechaud located?
- Château Bechaud is situated in Saint-Émilion, specifically in the commune of Saint-Laurent-des-Combes, close to the foot of the village slopes.
- What is the vineyard size and grape variety breakdown at Château Bechaud?
- The vineyard of Château Bechaud extends over 9 hectares. Plantings are dominated by Merlot (65%), complemented by Cabernet Franc (20%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (15%). The average vine age is 40 years.
- Which environmental certifications does Château Bechaud hold?
- Château Bechaud is certified in Agriculture Biologique (organic). It also holds Agriconfiance and Environmental Management System - ISO 14001 certifications, demonstrating its commitment to sustainable winegrowing.
- How does Château Bechaud age its wines?
- Ageing of Château Bechaud wines is carried out in oak barrels, using 30% new oak and 70% barrels of one or more previous fills, following vinification in stainless steel vats.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The vineyard of Château Bechaud covers 9 hectares. The soils are predominantly clay-limestone, alongside some sandy parcels. The average age of the vines is 40 years.
The grape varieties planted consist of 65% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Flagship Cuvées
Harvesting is carried out by hand at Château Bechaud. Vinification takes place in stainless steel vats. Ageing is conducted in oak barrels, with 30% new oak and 70% barrels of one or more previous fills.
Vinification and Ageing
Vinification of Château Bechaud wines takes place in stainless steel vats. The wines are aged in oak barrels, with a proportion of 30% new barrels and 70% barrels that have already aged one wine or more.
- Appellation
- Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
- Commune
- Saint-Émilion
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Surface area
- 9 ha
- Certifications
- Bio, Agriconfiance, ISO 14001
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 65%, Cabernet Franc 20%, Cabernet Sauvignon 15%
Practical information
- Address
- 633 Route du Castellot, 33330 SAINT-EMILION
- Phone
- 05 57 24 70 71
- contact@udpse.com
- Opening hours
- Lundi, Mardi, Mercredi, Jeudi, Vendredi, Samedi
- Visits
- Accueil de groupe