Château Couronneau
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Château Couronneau, located in Ligueux, is a historic Bordeaux winegrowing estate committed to biodynamic viticulture (Demeter, Biodyvin) for over twenty-five years. It produces wines in the AOC Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux, Bordeaux Supérieur, and Bordeaux blanc sec appellations.
Identity
Château Couronneau is situated in Ligueux, in the Gironde. For many years, the estate has been dedicated to an environmentally respectful approach.
History and Philosophy
The Château Couronneau estate dates back to the 15th century. For over twenty-five years, it has geared its practices towards organic and biodynamic agriculture. This philosophy aims to craft wines while respecting the land, biodiversity, and natural cycles, relying on biodynamic principles and minimising chemical inputs.
Appellations
Château Couronneau crafts wines under the Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux appellation for its red wines, as well as under the Bordeaux Supérieur appellation for certain red cuvées, and Bordeaux blanc sec for its white wines.
Practical Information
Château Couronneau is located in Ligueux (33220). You can contact the estate by phone at +33 (0)5 57 41 26 55 or by email at famillepiat@chateau-couronneau.fr.
The estate welcomes visitors for cellar tours and tastings by appointment, from Monday to Sunday. It also offers an audio-guided walking tour to discover the vineyard work and biodynamic preparations, along with a cellar visit. An on-site wine boutique is available. Accommodation options, including a gîte and a tiny house, are also on offer.
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Frequently asked questions
- What makes the farming approach at Château Couronneau unique?
- Château Couronneau has practised certified organic and biodynamic viticulture (Demeter and Biodyvin) for over twenty-five years. This approach eliminates synthetic chemicals and works in harmony with natural cycles and the lunar calendar, utilising biodynamic preparations.
- What are the main appellations produced by Château Couronneau?
- Château Couronneau produces wines across several appellations, including Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux for its red wines, Bordeaux Supérieur for certain red cuvées, and Bordeaux blanc sec for its dry white wines.
- Can you visit Château Couronneau and taste its wines?
- Yes, Château Couronneau offers cellar tours and tastings by appointment, available from Monday to Sunday. Audio-guided vineyard walks to discover biodynamic practices, as well as cellar visits, are also available.
- What is the terroir of the Château Couronneau vineyard?
- The Château Couronneau vineyard is situated on soils of heavy clay and limestone bedrock. It sits atop one of the highest vantage points in the Gironde, at an altitude of 185 metres.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The Château Couronneau vineyard is established on soils composed of heavy clay and limestone bedrock. It is situated on one of the highest points in the Gironde, reaching an altitude of 185 metres. Viticulture is certified organic and biodynamic (Demeter and Biodyvin), without the use of chemical products. Farming practices follow natural cycles and the lunar calendar, combining soil cultivation with the application of plant-based biodynamic preparations. Part of the grape varieties planted includes Cabernet Franc across an area of 4 hectares.
Flagship Cuvées
The estate offers several cuvées, notably:
Château Couronneau Blanc
This dry white wine is crafted from equal parts of Sauvignon gris and Sauvignon blanc. It is aged on its lees.
Château Couronneau (Red)
This red cuvée is predominantly composed of Merlot and is aged in oak barrels.
Ecuyer de Couronneau
This red cuvée, 100% Merlot, is aged in stainless steel vats.
Volte Face
This red cuvée, crafted from Cabernet Franc and Merlot, is aged in Italian terracotta amphorae and barrels. It was created over ten years ago.
Vinification and Ageing
Winemaking practices at Château Couronneau include ageing in oak barrels for certain red wines, in stainless steel vats for others, and in terracotta amphorae for the Volte Face cuvée. White wines benefit from ageing on the lees.
- Appellations
- Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux, Bordeaux Supérieur, Bordeaux
- Commune
- Ligueux
- Wine region
- Entre-deux-Mers
- Second wine
- Ecuyer de Couronneau
- Certifications
- Bio, Biodynamie
- Grape varieties
- Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Sauvignon gris, Sauvignon blanc
Practical information
- Address
- Château Couronneau, 33220 Ligueux
- Phone
- 05 57 41 26 55
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- sur rendez-vous du lundi au dimanche