Château Daugay
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Château Daugay, owned by the de Boüard family in Saint-Émilion, crafts wines under the Saint-Émilion grand cru appellation. The 5.5-hectare vineyard, farmed organically, thrives on clay-limestone and clay-siliceous soils.
Identity
Château Daugay is located in Saint-Émilion, in the Gironde. It is owned by the de Boüard family, with Jean-Bernard Grenié, cousin of Hubert de Boüard de Laforest, and his wife as the current proprietors. Jean-Bernard Grenié is also the estate's winemaker, managed alongside Christian de Bouard.
History and philosophy
Château Daugay's history dates back more than 200 years, and the de Boüard family has owned it for over a century. Between 1946 and 1984, the estate's grapes were used to supplement the batches that produced the wines of Château Angélus. Château Daugay is fully committed to organic farming.
Appellations
Château Daugay produces its wines under the Saint-Émilion grand cru appellation. The vineyard is situated south-west of Saint-Émilion.
Winemaking and ageing
The harvest is carried out entirely by hand.
Practical information
Château Daugay is located at Lieu dit Daugay, 33330 Saint-Émilion. For general enquiries, the email address is contact@daugay.com. For commercial contacts, the email is thierry@daugay.com. The estate can be reached by telephone on 05 57 24 78 12. Visits can be requested by email.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who are the current owners of Château Daugay and what are their roles at the estate?
- Château Daugay is owned by the de Boüard family. Currently, Jean-Bernard Grenié, cousin of Hubert de Boüard de Laforest, and his wife are the proprietors. Jean-Bernard Grenié is also the estate's winemaker, while Christian de Bouard oversees management.
- What are the characteristics of Château Daugay's vineyard and its certifications?
- Château Daugay's vineyard covers 5.5 hectares and is located south-west of Saint-Émilion. The soils consist of clay-limestone and clay-siliceous subsoils. The estate cultivates Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Harvesting is performed entirely by hand, and Château Daugay is certified organic.
- What is the history of Château Daugay and its connection with Château Angélus?
- Château Daugay's origins date back over two centuries, and the de Boüard family has owned it for more than a century. Between 1946 and 1984, grapes from Château Daugay were used to supplement the lots used in the crafting of Château Angélus wines.
- How can I contact Château Daugay for enquiries or visits?
- Château Daugay is located at Lieu dit Daugay, 33330 Saint-Émilion. For general enquiries, you can send an email to contact@daugay.com. For commercial enquiries, the email is thierry@daugay.com. The estate can also be reached by telephone on 05 57 24 78 12. Visits can be arranged upon request by email.
The vineyard (terroir)
Château Daugay's vineyard spans an area of 5.5 hectares. The soils feature clay-limestone and clay-siliceous subsoils. The cultivated grape varieties include Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. The harvest is carried out by hand. The estate is certified organic.
Flagship cuvées
The estate produces a second wine named Petit Pindefleur, crafted in selected vintages.
- Appellation
- Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
- Commune
- Saint-Émilion
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- Famille de Boüard
- Technical direction
- Jean-Bernard Grenié
- Surface area
- 5.5 ha
- Second wine
- Petit Pindefleur
- Certifications
- Agriculture biologique
- Grape varieties
- Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon
Practical information
- Address
- Lieu dit Daugay, 33330 Saint-Emilion
- Phone
- +33557748255
- contact@daugay.com
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Demande de visite possible par email