Château Branas Grand Poujeaux
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Château Branas Grand Poujeaux, in Moulis-en-Médoc, is owned by the Famille Onclin. The 17-hectare, HVE-certified winegrowing estate produces red wines from a vineyard dominated by Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon planted on Günzian gravel soils.
Identity
Château Branas Grand Poujeaux is a winegrowing estate located in Moulis-en-Médoc. It is owned by the Famille Onclin, with Carmen Onclin listed as owner and Justin Onclin having acquired the property in 2002. Arjen Pen has served as General Manager and estate director since 2020. Manuel Feirrera is the cellar master, and Hubert de Boüard is the consulting oenologist.
History and Philosophy
Château Branas Grand Poujeaux was acquired by Justin Onclin in 2002, followed by a complete renovation of the property in 2005. The estate is committed to environmentally friendly viticulture, holding Level 3 Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification alongside other CSR accreditations.
Appellations
Château Branas Grand Poujeaux produces wines under the Moulis-en-Médoc appellation. Its vineyard parcels are located, among other sites, on the Grand Poujeaux plateau, situated between Château Chasse-Spleen and Château Poujeaux.
Practical Information
Château Branas Grand Poujeaux is located at 23, chemin de la Raze, 33480 Moulis-en-Médoc. The estate is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm, with weekend visits available upon prior reservation. Cellar-door sales and wine tastings are available on site. Guided tours are provided in French, English, German, Dutch, and Portuguese. The estate offers different visit formats: the 'Tour and Tasting' lasting 1 hour (€5 per adult, €5 for ages 12–18, free for children under 12) and the 'Vineyard Safari', also lasting 1 hour (€15 per adult, €5 for ages 12–18, free for children under 12). Groups (10 to 50 people) are welcome, but pets are not permitted. The estate offers neither accommodation nor dining facilities. Accepted payment methods include credit/debit cards, American Express, cash, and bank transfers. An online shop, order collection, and delivery services are also available. The estate can be contacted by telephone on +33 556589330 and by email at contact@branasgrandpoujeaux.com.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the main appellation of Château Branas Grand Poujeaux?
- Château Branas Grand Poujeaux produces its wines under the Moulis-en-Médoc appellation. This appellation is located in the Médoc, on Bordeaux's Left Bank, and is renowned for its structured red wines.
- Who owns Château Branas Grand Poujeaux and when was it acquired?
- Château Branas Grand Poujeaux is owned by the Famille Onclin; Justin Onclin acquired the estate in 2002. Carmen Onclin is also named as an owner within the family.
- What is the surface area of the Château Branas Grand Poujeaux vineyard and what are its grape varieties?
- The vineyard of Château Branas Grand Poujeaux covers 17 hectares. The grape variety distribution comprises 50% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 5% Petit Verdot, reflecting the classic varieties of the Médoc.
- What are the characteristics of the terroir at Château Branas Grand Poujeaux?
- The terroir of Château Branas Grand Poujeaux features Garonne gravel soils dating from the Günz period, enriched with limestone sediments. These soils offer excellent natural drainage and heat retention, promoting optimal grape ripening.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The vineyard of Château Branas Grand Poujeaux covers 17 hectares, divided into 12 parcels. The average age of the vines is 35 years. The soils consist of Garonne gravel from the Günz period, layered with limestone sediments. The grape variety plantings are dominated by Merlot (50%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (45%), complemented by a touch of Petit Verdot (5%). Harvesting is carried out by hand.
Flagship Cuvées
The estate's grand vin is Château Branas Grand Poujeaux, a still red wine. It is characterised by a balanced, silky style accompanied by pure fruit notes. The estate also produces a second wine named Les Éclats de Branas.
Vinification and Ageing
The wines are aged in oak barrels for up to eighteen months, as seen in the grand vin for certain vintages. Annual production of Château Branas Grand Poujeaux is approximately 40,000 to 48,000 bottles, whilst production of Les Éclats de Branas reached 25,000 bottles for the 2010 vintage.
- Appellation
- Moulis-en-Médoc
- Commune
- Moulis-en-Médoc
- Wine region
- Médoc
- Owner
- Justin Onclin
- Technical direction
- Manuel Feirrera
- Surface area
- 17 ha
- Second wine
- Les Éclats de Branas
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 50%, Cabernet Sauvignon 45%, Petit Verdot 5%
Estate news
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Read the source — weekend.levif.bePractical information
- Address
- 23 Chemin de la Raze, 33480 Moulis-en-Médoc
- Phone
- +33 556589330
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Du 04/01/2026 au 19/12/2026: lun-ven 09:00-12:30 / 13:30-17:00
- Visits
- Oui