Château de Belcier
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Château de Belcier is an estate in Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux (48 ha, clay-limestone). Owned by the insurance group Macif, it is managed by Frédéric Dubois and produces a second wine, B de Belcier.
Identity
Château de Belcier is a winegrowing estate located in Les Salles-de-Castillon, in the Gironde. It is currently owned by the mutual insurance company Macif. Winemaking is overseen by Frédéric Dubois.
History and philosophy
Château de Belcier is committed to a winegrowing approach focused on expressing its terroir. While no specific founding date is solidly documented here, the estate has developed an approach over the years aimed at producing wines that truly reflect their appellation.
The appellations
The wines of Château de Belcier are produced under the Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellation.
Practical information
For any information regarding visits or tastings, contacting the estate directly is recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château de Belcier located?
- Château de Belcier is located in the commune of Les Salles-de-Castillon, in the Gironde department, in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region.
- What is the appellation of Château de Belcier's wines?
- Château de Belcier produces red wines under the Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellation, one of the Côtes de Bordeaux appellations situated on the Right Bank of the Dordogne.
- Who owns Château de Belcier?
- Château de Belcier is owned by the mutual insurance company Macif. The estate benefits from this organisation's expertise for its development and management.
- What is the vineyard's surface area and terroir type?
- The vineyard of Château de Belcier extends over 48 hectares. It is characterised by a terroir composed predominantly of clay-limestone soils, ideal for growing red grape varieties.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard of Château de Belcier extends over a recorded surface area of 48 hectares. It is planted on clay-limestone soils. The grape variety profile, typical of the region, is predominantly Merlot, complemented by other classic varieties.
Flagship cuvées
Château de Belcier produces red wines characteristic of its appellation, widely recognised for their fruit expression and balanced structure. The estate also produces a second wine, marketed under the name "B de Belcier".
Vinification and ageing
Winemaking at Château de Belcier is conducted in keeping with the traditions of the appellation. Ageing techniques aim to refine the wines, imparting complexity and ageing potential through the use of vessels suited to their profile.
- Appellation
- Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux
- Commune
- Les Salles-de-Castillon
- Wine region
- Les Vins de Côtes
- Owner
- Mutuelle d'assurance Macif
- Technical direction
- Frédéric Dubois
- Surface area
- 48 ha
- Second wine
- B de Belcier
- Grape varieties
- Merlot
Practical information
- Address
- Les Salles-de-Castillon
- Contact form
- Contact the estate