Château Charreau
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Château Charreau, located in Verdelais, crafts wines in the Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux, Bordeaux Blanc Sec, and Cadillac appellations. The winegrowing estate is certified Haute Valeur Environnementale and spans 22 hectares.
Identity
Château Charreau is a winegrowing estate located in Verdelais, in the Gironde department. It is particularly renowned for its production within the Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux appellation.
History and philosophy
Château Charreau is dedicated to environmentally friendly practices, as demonstrated by achieving Haute Valeur Environnementale certification in 2020. This recognition highlights the estate's efforts to protect biodiversity and implement sustainable management of vineyard treatments.
Appellations
Château Charreau produces wines under several appellations, including Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux for its reds, and Cadillac for its sweet botrytised wines. The estate also crafts wines under the Bordeaux Blanc Sec and Bordeaux Moelleux appellations.
Practical information
For any enquiries, the estate can be contacted by email at: virginie.girotti@wanadoo.fr.
Château Charreau hosts annual Open Days. These events allow visitors to take part in tastings, discover art exhibitions (photography, paintings, stained glass), enjoy children's activities, explore a craft market, and enjoy on-site catering options.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Charreau located?
- Château Charreau is located in the commune of Verdelais, in the Gironde department, within the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region.
- Which appellations are produced by Château Charreau?
- Château Charreau produces wines across several appellations, notably Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux for red wines, as well as Bordeaux Blanc Sec, Bordeaux Moelleux, and sweet wines under the Cadillac appellation.
- What is the surface area of the Château Charreau vineyard?
- The Château Charreau vineyard covers an area of 22 hectares, dedicated to cultivating the grape varieties that go into its various cuvées.
- Does Château Charreau hold any environmental certifications?
- Yes, Château Charreau obtained the Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification in 2020. This certification reflects the estate's commitment to eco-friendly agricultural practices, particularly regarding biodiversity and the sustainable management of inputs.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard of Château Charreau covers an area of 22 hectares. The estate's parcels are cultivated to produce wines across various appellations.
Flagship cuvées
Among its red wines, Château Charreau offers the Cuvée Wilson Silla. This cuvée is produced from late harvests and benefits from twelve months of ageing in oak barrels. The estate also produces the Cuvée des Pèlerins and the Cuvée Charicot, alongside a range of red wines. For sweet wines, the estate offers luscious sweet white wines.
- Appellations
- Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux, Bordeaux, Cadillac
- Commune
- Verdelais
- Wine region
- Entre-deux-Mers
- Surface area
- 22 ha
- Certifications
- HVE
Practical information
- Address
- Verdelais
- Contact form
- Contact the estate