Château Champcenetz
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Château Champcenetz is a family-owned winegrowing estate in Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux, owned by Mr and Mrs Smidt. It produces red and white wines and offers guest rooms.
Identity
Château Champcenetz is located in the commune of Baurech, in the Gironde department. It is owned by Mr and Mrs Smidt.
History and philosophy
The estate has had a winegrowing heritage since the end of the 18th century. The property was acquired in 1999 by its current owners, who are of Danish origin. Château Champcenetz also offers guest rooms (chambres d'hôtes).
The appellations
The wines of Château Champcenetz are produced under the Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux appellation.
Practical information
The estate welcomes visitors for tastings and direct cellar-door sales. Guest rooms are available. The château is situated approximately 20 minutes from Bordeaux and 30 minutes from the airport. The renovated property offers 760 m² of living space, including two living rooms, seven bedrooms, four bathrooms, a kitchen, and a reception area, accommodating up to twelve guests. Outdoor amenities include a large swimming pool, several terraces for al fresco dining, as well as a garden and woodland.
Find out more
Official estate websiteFrequently asked questions
- Where is Château Champcenetz located and who is the current owner?
- Château Champcenetz is situated in the commune of Baurech, in the Gironde department, around 20 minutes from Bordeaux. The property is currently owned by Mr and Mrs Smidt, who acquired it in 1999.
- Which grape varieties are used for Château Champcenetz wines and under which appellation are they produced?
- The red wines of Château Champcenetz are made from Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon, typically in equal proportions. They are produced under the Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. In the past, the estate also produced a barrel-aged white wine under the Cadillac appellation.
- Does Château Champcenetz offer accommodation or visits?
- Yes, Château Champcenetz offers guest accommodation. The renovated property features seven bedrooms and a swimming pool. Furthermore, the estate welcomes visitors for wine tastings and offers direct cellar-door sales.
- How are the wines of Château Champcenetz aged?
- For the Château Champcenetz red cuvée, ageing takes place in both vats and barrels. Regarding the white wine previously produced by the estate, its ageing was carried out specifically in oak barrels.
The vineyard (terroir)
The grape varieties cultivated include Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon.
Flagship cuvées
Château Champcenetz (red)
This red wine is crafted from Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon, generally in equal parts. It is produced under the Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux appellation.
Château Champcenetz (white)
The estate has also produced a white wine under the Cadillac appellation.
Vinification and ageing
For the red Château Champcenetz cuvée, ageing takes place in both vats and barrels. For the white Château Champcenetz wine, ageing was carried out in oak barrels.
- Appellation
- Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux
- Commune
- Baurech
- Wine region
- Entre-deux-Mers
- Owner
- M. et Mme Smidt
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 50%, Cabernet-Sauvignon 50%
Practical information
- Address
- Baurech
- Contact form
- Contact the estate