Château Croix du Trale
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Château Croix du Trale is a 25-hectare estate in Haut-Médoc, certified HVE 3, owned by Stéphane Negrier. Its vineyard is planted on gravel and clay-limestone soils, with an equal blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The wines are aged for 12 months in oak barrels.
Identity
Château Croix du Trale is a winegrowing estate located in Saint-Seurin-de-Cadourne, in the Gironde department. Owned by Stéphane Negrier, it is a member of the Vignerons Indépendants and is also classified as a Cru Bourgeois.
History and philosophy
The estate is committed to sustainable viticulture, as reflected in its HVE 3 certification (High Environmental Value level 3).
The appellations
The wines of Château Croix du Trale are produced under the Haut-Médoc appellation.
Practical information
The estate is located at 4 Route du Trale, 33180 Saint Seurin de Cadourne.
Visits to the estate and complimentary tastings are available all year round, without appointment. The cellar door shop is open throughout the year.
Telephone: 05.56.59.72.73
Email: chateaucroixdutrale@orange.fr
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Croix du Trale located and under which appellation are its wines produced?
- Château Croix du Trale is located in the commune of Saint-Seurin-de-Cadourne, in the Gironde. It produces its wines under the Haut-Médoc appellation.
- What is the surface area of the vineyard and which grape varieties are grown at Château Croix du Trale?
- The vineyard of Château Croix du Trale covers 25 hectares. The plantings consist of 50% Merlot and 50% Cabernet Sauvignon.
- What are the characteristics of the terroir at Château Croix du Trale?
- The terroir of Château Croix du Trale features soils composed of Garonne gravels and clay-limestone formations. The average vine age is 30 years.
- Does Château Croix du Trale offer tours and wine tastings?
- Yes, Château Croix du Trale offers free tours and tastings all year round without appointment. The cellar door shop is also open throughout the year.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard of Château Croix du Trale covers 25 hectares. The soils are composed of Garonne gravels and clay-limestone formations. Planting density is 8,500 vines per hectare, with an average vine age of 30 years. The average yield is around 55 hectolitres per hectare. The grape varieties are equally divided into 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 50% Merlot.
Flagship cuvées
Château Croix du Trale produces red wines crafted from a blend of 50% Merlot and 50% Cabernet Sauvignon. These wines are notable for their structure and ageing potential of up to 14 years. The estate notably offers a Château Croix du Trale cuvée in magnum format.
Vinification and ageing
Vinification is conducted traditionally, including cold pre-fermentation maceration in stainless steel tanks. Ageing lasts 12 months in French oak barrels, with around 30% new oak.
- Appellations
- Haut-Médoc, Saint-Estèphe
- Commune
- Saint-Seurin-de-Cadourne
- Wine region
- Médoc
- Owner
- Stéphane Negrier
- Surface area
- 25 ha
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 50%, Cabernet Sauvignon 50%
Practical information
- Address
- 4 Route du Trale, 33180 Saint-Seurin-de-Cadourne
- Phone
- 05.56.59.72.73
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Open all year long
- Visits
- Open all year long, free visit and tasting, without appointment.