Château de Brandey
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Château de Brandey, situated in Sainte-Radegonde, is owned by Hongkong Baolang. Set on clay-limestone soils, the 38-hectare vineyard is certified organic (Vin Biologique) and produces wines under the Bordeaux Supérieur, Bordeaux, and Bordeaux rosé appellations.
Identity
Château de Brandey is located in the commune of Sainte-Radegonde, in the Gironde département. It has been owned by Hongkong Baolang since 2020. Jean-Paul Gassian serves as cellar master, while the estate also benefits from consulting by Stéphane Derenoncourt and his team, in collaboration with Simon Blanchard.
History and philosophy
Château de Brandey was acquired by Hongkong Baolang in 2020. The estate is actively committed to certified organic viticulture (Vin Biologique).
The appellations
Château de Brandey produces wines under the Bordeaux Supérieur, Bordeaux, and Bordeaux rosé appellations.
Practical information
The estate is located at: 1 Le Sepe, 33350 Sainte-Radegonde. You can contact the estate by telephone on 06 86 90 88 18.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château de Brandey located and who is the current owner?
- Château de Brandey is located in the commune of Sainte-Radegonde, in the Gironde département. Since 2020, it has been owned by Hongkong Baolang. The technical team is headed by cellar master Jean-Paul Gassian, supported by consulting from Stéphane Derenoncourt and his team, in collaboration with Simon Blanchard.
- What are the characteristics of the Château de Brandey vineyard?
- The Château de Brandey vineyard covers an area of 38 hectares across Sainte-Radegonde and Ruch. The vines have an average age of 45 years and are grown on clay-limestone soils on sloping hillsides benefiting from fine sun exposure. The grape varieties planted are Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc.
- Which appellations do the wines of Château de Brandey fall under?
- Château de Brandey produces wines under several appellations, including Bordeaux, Bordeaux Supérieur, and Bordeaux Rosé. In particular, the estate offers cuvées under the Bordeaux Supérieur Rouge and Bordeaux Rouge appellations.
- How are vinification and ageing carried out at Château de Brandey?
- Harvesting at Château de Brandey is conducted mechanically. Vinification takes place in stainless-steel vats for 30 days. Malolactic fermentation is carried out on staves, and ageing incorporates 15% staves, introducing half a stave per hectolitre to refine the profile of the wines.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château de Brandey vineyard covers an area of 38 hectares, also extending into the commune of Ruch. The vines, with an average age of 45 years, are planted on clay-limestone soils across sloping hillsides offering excellent sun exposure. The grape varieties consist of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc.
Flagship cuvées
The estate produces several cuvées, including Château de Brandey in Bordeaux Supérieur Rouge and Bordeaux Rouge. The Château de Brandey Rouge cuvée (2022 vintage) is crafted from a blend of 90% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 5% Cabernet Franc.
Vinification and ageing
Harvesting is carried out mechanically. Vinification takes place in stainless-steel vats over a period of 30 days. Malolactic fermentation is conducted on staves, and ageing incorporates 15% staves, with the addition of half a stave per hectolitre.
- Appellations
- Bordeaux, Bordeaux Supérieur, Bordeaux Rosé
- Commune
- Sainte-Radegonde
- Wine region
- Bordeaux & Bordeaux Supérieur
- Technical direction
- Stéphane Derenoncourt et son équipe
- Surface area
- 38 ha
- Certifications
- Bio
- Grape varieties
- Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Practical information
- Address
- 1 Le Sepe, 33350 SAINTE RADEGONDE
- Phone
- 06 86 90 88 18
- Contact form
- Contact the estate