Château Cap de Faugeres
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Château Cap de Faugères, owned by Silvio Denz in Sainte-Colombe, is an outstanding estate in Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux. It produces red wines across 20 hectares of clay-limestone slopes, with vineyard plantings dominated by Merlot. HVE-certified.
Identity
Château Cap de Faugères is a winegrowing estate owned by Silvio Denz. The property is located in Sainte-Colombe. Vincent Cruège serves as estate director and Daniel Romero as cellar master, while Michel Rolland acts as consultant oenologist.
History and philosophy
Formerly owned by the family of Pierre-Bernard Guisez, Château Cap de Faugères was acquired by Silvio Denz in 2005. Today, the estate is renowned as one of the standout properties of its appellation. Château Cap de Faugères is committed to environmentally friendly practices, demonstrated by its Haute Valeur Environnementale certification.
Appellations
Château Cap de Faugères produces wines under the Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellation, formerly known as Côtes de Castillon.
Practical information
Château Cap de Faugères is located in Sainte-Colombe, 33350. The estate is open Monday to Friday, from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm and from 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm. On-site cellar door sales and mail-order purchases are available. Tours and tastings are offered by appointment. Languages spoken are French and English.
Telephone: 05 57 40 34 99
Email: info@vignobles-silvio-denz.com
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary appellation of Château Cap de Faugères?
- Château Cap de Faugères produces its wines under the Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. This appellation is renowned for its red wines crafted on Bordeaux's Right Bank.
- What grape varieties are planted at Château Cap de Faugères?
- The Château Cap de Faugères vineyard is predominantly planted with Merlot (85%), complemented by Cabernet Sauvignon (10%) and Cabernet Franc (5%), grape varieties traditional to the region.
- What is the surface area of the Château Cap de Faugères vineyard and its terroir?
- The Château Cap de Faugères vineyard covers 20 hectares. It is characterised by clay-limestone hillside soils, perfectly suited to the expression of its cultivated grape varieties.
- Is Château Cap de Faugères certified for its viticultural practices?
- Yes, Château Cap de Faugères holds the Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification, reflecting its commitment to environmentally conscious farming practices.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard of Château Cap de Faugères spans 20 hectares, planted exclusively with red grape varieties. The vines, with an average age of 30 years, thrive on clay-limestone slopes. The grape variety distribution comprises 85% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 5% Cabernet Franc. Harvesting is carried out both by hand and mechanically.
Flagship cuvées
The estate produces around 100,000 bottles annually. In addition to the grand vin, the range includes the cuvée La Mouleyre. The wines are crafted to reflect the clay-limestone terroir, offering fine structure with generous fruit and solid ageing potential.
Vinification and ageing
Vinification involves gravity-fed vat filling. The grapes undergo cold pre-fermentation maceration. The cellar is equipped with 30 temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. The vinification process features a gentle maceration lasting around 30 days.
- Appellation
- Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux
- Commune
- Sainte-Colombe
- Wine region
- Les Vins de Côtes
- Owner
- Silvio Denz
- Technical direction
- Michel Rolland
- Surface area
- 20 ha
- Second wine
- La Mouleyre
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 85%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10%, Cabernet Franc 5%
Practical information
- Address
- Château Cap de Faugères, 33350 Sainte-Colombe
- Phone
- 05 57 40 34 99
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Du Lundi au Vendredi de 9h30 à 12h00 et de 13h30 à 17h00
- Visits
- Oui sur rendez-vous