Château Carrosse Martillac
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Château Carrosse Martillac, owned by Ghislain and Julien Miailhe in Martillac, produces red wines in the Pessac-Léognan AOC. Its 20-hectare vineyard, managed under HVE 3 certification, is planted on gravel soils and comprises Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot.
Identity
Château Carrosse Martillac is located in the commune of Martillac, in Gironde. It is owned by Ghislain and Julien Miailhe.
History and Philosophy
Château Carrosse Martillac is committed to crafting wines that authentically reflect its terroir. The estate employs environmentally friendly viticultural methods, avoiding weedkillers and practising traditional soil ploughing. Pruning is carried out with meticulous care, and the harvest is done entirely by hand.
Appellations
Château Carrosse Martillac produces wines under the Pessac-Léognan Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée.
Practical Information
Address: 31 Route de la Salle, 33650 Martillac
Telephone: +33 (0)5 56 72 71 23
Email: chateau@carrossemartillac.fr
The estate offers tours and tastings by appointment. Languages spoken are French and English.
Find out more
Official estate websiteFrequently asked questions
- Where is Château Carrosse Martillac located and who are the owners?
- Château Carrosse Martillac is located in the commune of Martillac, in Gironde. It is owned by Ghislain and Julien Miailhe, who oversee the management and development of this winegrowing estate.
- What are the characteristics of the Château Carrosse Martillac vineyard?
- The Château Carrosse Martillac vineyard spans 20 hectares. Its terroir is characterised by pure gravel, gravel over clay, and clay-limestone soils. The grape varieties planted for red wines comprise 50% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 5% Petit Verdot, contributing to the distinct typicity of the wines produced under the Pessac-Léognan appellation.
- How are vinification and ageing carried out at Château Carrosse Martillac?
- Vinification at Château Carrosse Martillac is conducted plot by plot using modern facilities. The process includes cold pre-fermentation macerations and integral vinifications. Malolactic fermentation takes place in barrels. Ageing for the red wine lasts 18 months in French oak barrels, with all barrels renewed annually.
- Does Château Carrosse Martillac offer tours and tastings?
- Yes, Château Carrosse Martillac welcomes visitors for tours and wine tastings. These services are available by appointment. The estate accommodates guests in both French and English.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The Château Carrosse Martillac vineyard spans an area of 20 hectares. It sits on soils composed mainly of pure gravel, as well as gravel over clay and clay-limestone. The grape variety distribution across the red wine parcels consists of 50% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 5% Petit Verdot.
Flagship Cuvées
The estate produces a red wine that captures the quintessential characteristics of its appellation. Crafted from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot grape varieties, it is designed to express the complexity and balance of the Pessac-Léognan terroir.
Vinification and Ageing
Vinification at Château Carrosse Martillac is carried out on a parcel-by-parcel basis using modern cellar facilities. The process includes cold pre-fermentation maceration and integral vinification. Malolactic fermentation takes place in oak barrels. The red wine is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, with 100% of the barrels renewed every year.
- Appellation
- Pessac-Léognan
- Commune
- Martillac
- Wine region
- Graves & Sauternais
- Owner
- Ghislain et Julien Miailhe
- Surface area
- 20 ha
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 50%, Cabernet Sauvignon 45%, Petit Verdot 5%
Practical information
- Address
- 31 Route de la Salle, 33650 Martillac
- Phone
- +33 (0)5 56 72 71 23
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Visites et dégustation sur rendez-vous.