Château Clos Saint-Émilion Philippe
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Château Clos Saint-Émilion Philippe, a family-run winegrowing estate in Saint-Émilion, crafts wines under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation. Certified HVE, the estate is managed by Sandrine Philippe and primarily cultivates Merlot and Cabernet Franc.
Identity
Château Clos Saint-Émilion Philippe is located in the commune of Saint-Émilion, in the Gironde department. The Philippe family owns the estate, with Sandrine Philippe overseeing its management.
History and Philosophy
The estate was acquired in 1927 by Léon Galhaud. In 1964, it was passed down to his daughter Simone and her husband Marc Philippe. In 1991, Jean-Claude Philippe, Léon Galhaud's grandson, took over the reins with his wife Nicole. Initially, the estate's production was sold in bulk. The first bottling under the château label took place in 1993 with the cuvée « La Cuvée du Père ». The estate earned the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation in 1995. Today, the property is owned by Jean-Claude Philippe's three children, with Sandrine Philippe serving as estate manager. The estate holds the Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification.
The Appellations
Château Clos Saint-Émilion Philippe produces wines under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.
Practical Information
Address: 3924 route du Milieu, 33330 Saint-Émilion
Phone: 09 70 90 82 32 or 06 88 08 14 03
Email: contact@clos-saint-emilion.com
The tasting cellar is open from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Visits and tastings are by appointment, with Sunday visits available upon reservation. The estate offers vineyard and cellar tours alongside guided wine tastings.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the appellation of Château Clos Saint-Émilion Philippe wines?
- The wines of Château Clos Saint-Émilion Philippe are produced under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation. The estate was granted this status in 1995.
- Who owns and manages Château Clos Saint-Émilion Philippe today?
- The property is owned by the three children of Jean-Claude Philippe. Sandrine Philippe, one of the heirs, currently manages the estate. The family has owned the property since 1927, founded by Léon Galhaud.
- What is the size and grape variety breakdown of the Château Clos Saint-Émilion Philippe vineyard?
- The vineyard extends over a total area of 7.80 hectares. The blend of grape varieties is predominantly Merlot (80%), complemented by Cabernet Franc (20%). The average age of the vines is around 50 years.
- Is Château Clos Saint-Émilion Philippe open for visits and tastings?
- Yes, Château Clos Saint-Émilion Philippe welcomes guests for tours of the vineyards and cellars, as well as wine tastings. Advance booking is recommended, particularly for tastings, to ensure the best possible welcome. Sunday visits are also available upon reservation.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The Château Clos Saint-Émilion Philippe vineyard covers a total area of 7.80 hectares. The soils consist of sand, iron pan (mâchefer), and clay. The average vine age is approximately 50 years. The grape variety breakdown is 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc. Harvesting is carried out mechanically.
Key Cuvées
The estate offers several still red wine cuvées. The first bottled cuvée was « La Cuvée du Père », released in 1993. Another cuvée, « La Cuvée 101 », was introduced in 2001, named in reference to the age of the vines that year. The estate also produces the cuvée « Cuvée 125 ». Wines from the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation undergo 12 months of ageing in oak barrels.
- Appellations
- Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, Saint-Émilion
- Commune
- Saint-Émilion
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- Les trois enfants, gérée par Sandrine
- Surface area
- 7.8 ha
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 80%, Cabernet Franc 20%
Practical information
- Address
- 3924 route du milieu, 33330 Saint-Emilion
- Phone
- 09 70 90 82 32
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- 9h-12h//14h-18h
- Visits
- sur rendez-vous