Château Bentenat
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Château Bentenat, located in Saint-Pey-d'Armens, produces wines under the Saint-Émilion appellation. Notably, it offers the Château La Rose Bouquey cuvée, a Merlot-based red wine grown on sandy-clay terroir.

Identity
Château Bentenat is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Saint-Pey-d'Armens, in Gironde. The estate is operated by SCEA des Vignobles R. Bentenat.
History and philosophy
Detailed information regarding the history and philosophy of Château Bentenat is not documented.
The appellations
Château Bentenat produces wines under the Saint-Émilion appellation.
Practical information
Château Bentenat is located at 24, le Bourg, 33330 Saint-Pey-d'Armens. The estate can be contacted by telephone on 05 57 47 15 34. Tastings at the property are available.
Find out more
Information regarding a direct link to the estate's official website is not documented.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Bentenat located?
- Château Bentenat is located in the commune of Saint-Pey-d'Armens, in Gironde. Its address is 24, le Bourg, 33330 Saint-Pey-d'Armens.
- Which appellation is produced at Château Bentenat?
- Château Bentenat produces wines under the Saint-Émilion appellation, a renowned appellation in the Bordeaux vineyard.
- What is the main grape variety used for Château Bentenat wines?
- For the Château La Rose Bouquey cuvée, the dominant grape variety is Merlot. This variety is characteristic of many red wines throughout the region.
- Does Château Bentenat offer tastings at the property?
- Yes, tastings directly at the property are available at Château Bentenat. Contacting the estate in advance is recommended to arrange a visit.
The vineyard (terroir)
Detailed information on the total surface area of the vineyard, the planted grape varieties, and vine age is not documented. The terroir is notably composed of sandy-clay soils mixed with iron pan (crasse de fer).
Flagship cuvées
The estate offers the Château La Rose Bouquey cuvée, a still red wine crafted predominantly from Merlot. This wine is defined by a sandy-clay terroir mixed with iron pan. Notably, the 2005 vintage of this cuvée was produced.
Vinification and ageing
Specific details on the vinification and ageing practices at Château Bentenat are not documented.
- Appellation
- Saint-Émilion
- Commune
- Saint-Pey-d'Armens
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- SCEA des Vignobles R. Bentenat
- Grape varieties
- Merlot
Practical information
- Address
- 24, le Bourg, 33330 Saint-Pey-d'Armens
- Phone
- 05 57 47 15 34
- Visits
- Oui
