Château Burlis
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Château Burlis is a family-run winegrowing estate located in Vignonet, producing wines under the Saint-Émilion and Bordeaux appellations. It cultivates 3.3 hectares of vines, predominantly Merlot, on clay-limestone, gravel, and sand soils.
Identity
Château Burlis is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Vignonet. The primary contact is Christophe Corbiere.
History and philosophy
The estate is family-owned and has been passed down through two generations. Bottling is carried out directly at the property.
The appellations
Château Burlis produces wines under the Saint-Émilion appellation. The parcels are situated in Vignonet, at the foot of the village of Saint-Émilion. Another cuvée is produced under the Bordeaux appellation.
Practical information
Château Burlis is located in VIGNONET (33330).
To contact the estate, you can call +33 (0)6 88 96 57 44 or email christine.quebec@orange.fr. The fax number is +33 (0)5 57 74 90 58.
The tasting cellar and shop is open Monday to Sunday, from 8:00 to 18:00.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Burlis located and what is its primary appellation?
- Château Burlis is a winegrowing estate based in the commune of Vignonet. Its primary production is certified under the Saint-Émilion appellation. The estate also produces another cuvée under the Bordeaux appellation. The vineyard is planted in Vignonet, at the foot of the village of Saint-Émilion.
- What is the size of the vineyard and what types of soil characterise it?
- The vineyard of Château Burlis extends over an area of 3.3 hectares. Its soils are a combination of clay-limestone, gravel, and sand, contributing to the distinct character of the wines produced. The vines have an average age of 40 years, and picking is carried out by hand to preserve grape quality.
- Which grape varieties are used to produce the wines of Château Burlis?
- The grape varieties at Château Burlis are dominated by Merlot, which accounts for 90% of the plantings. Cabernet Franc completes the blend with 10%, forming the core of the Saint-Émilion cuvée. The Bordeaux cuvée is crafted from a blend of 66% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 14% Cabernet Franc.
- How are vinification and ageing carried out at Château Burlis?
- Vinification at Château Burlis adheres to traditional methods, notably featuring the use of concrete vats. Regarding ageing, 60% of the production matures in vats, while the remaining 40% is aged in previously used oak barrels to enhance complexity without masking the fruit.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard of Château Burlis covers 3.3 hectares. The soils consist of clay-limestone, gravel, and sand. The average vine age is 40 years. The grape variety mix comprises 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. Harvesting is carried out by hand.
Key cuvées
The estate offers a cuvée under the Saint-Émilion appellation, crafted predominantly from Merlot (90%) complemented by Cabernet Franc (10%). This wine has an estimated ageing potential of 10 years. Annual production for this cuvée stands at around 12,000 bottles. The latest mentioned vintage is 2015.
Another cuvée is produced under the Bordeaux appellation, made from a blend of 66% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 14% Cabernet Franc. Its ageing potential is estimated at 5 years, with a production of approximately 1,200 bottles per year.
Vinification and ageing
Vinification at Château Burlis is carried out using traditional methods, notably in concrete vats. Ageing is split with 60% aged in vats and 40% in oak barrels that have been used for at least one previous vintage.
- Appellations
- Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux
- Commune
- Vignonet
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Technical direction
- CORBIERE CHRISTOPHE
- Surface area
- 3.3 ha
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 90%, Cabernet Franc 10%
Practical information
- Address
- CHAT. BURLIS, 33330 VIGNONET
- Phone
- +33688965744
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Lundi, Mardi, Mercredi, Jeudi, Vendredi, Samedi, Dimanche De 08h00 à 18h00