Château de Castres
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Château de Castres, owned by José and Brigitte Rodrigues-Lalande, is a winegrowing estate in the Graves AOC in Castres-Gironde. It produces red and white wines from a 40-hectare vineyard, aged in French oak barrels.
Identity
Château de Castres is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Castres-Gironde.
History and philosophy
Château de Castres' 18th-century chartreuse was already renowned for the quality of its vines in 1881, when the estate belonged to Baron de Poitevin. Since 1996, Château de Castres has been managed by José Rodrigues-Lalande, an oenologist and agricultural engineer, and Brigitte Rodrigues-Lalande, a chartered accountant specialising in the wine industry. Château de Castres is generally affiliated with Domaines Rodrigues-Lalande.
Appellations
The estate's wines are produced under the Graves Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée, for both reds and whites. The estate can also be associated with the Pessac-Léognan appellation for certain wines.
Practical information
Château de Castres is located on Route de Pommarède, 33640 Castres-Gironde. The estate can be contacted by telephone on 05 56 67 51 51 or by email at contact@chateaudecastres.fr. Tours and tastings are available on site. Receptions and seminars can also be hosted on the premises. Bed and breakfast accommodation is available at Château Pont Saint-Martin.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château de Castres located and what is its history?
- Château de Castres is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Castres-Gironde. It has a rich history, with an 18th-century chartreuse. As early as 1881, the quality of its vines was already recognised, when the estate was owned by Baron de Poitevin. Since 1996, management has been handled by José Rodrigues-Lalande, an oenologist and agricultural engineer, and Brigitte Rodrigues-Lalande, a chartered accountant specialising in the wine sector. The estate is often affiliated with Domaines Rodrigues-Lalande.
- Who are the current owners of Château de Castres and what is their background?
- Château de Castres is currently owned by José and Brigitte Rodrigues-Lalande. José Rodrigues-Lalande is an agricultural engineer and oenologist, bringing his technical expertise to the estate's winemaking. Brigitte Rodrigues-Lalande is a chartered accountant specialised in the wine industry, managing the administrative and financial aspects. They have managed the estate since 1996.
- What is the surface area of the vineyard and what grape varieties are planted?
- The Château de Castres vineyard spans 40 hectares. The grape varieties planted are diverse for the production of red and white wines. For the red wines, it consists of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. For the white wines, the planting includes Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, Sauvignon Gris and Muscadelle. The terroir is characterised by deep gravel.
- Under which appellations are Château de Castres wines produced?
- The wines of Château de Castres are primarily produced under the Graves Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée (AOC), encompassing both the red and white wines of the estate. In addition to this main appellation, certain estate wines may also be associated with the Pessac-Léognan appellation. Château de Castres Rouge and Château de Castres Blanc are flagship cuvées crafted in accordance with these appellation standards.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château de Castres vineyard spans 40 hectares, characterised by deep gravel soils. The grape varieties planted for the red wines comprise Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. For the white wines, the planting consists of Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, Sauvignon Gris and Muscadelle. The vinification of Château de Castres Blanc began approximately 20 years ago.
Flagship cuvées
Château de Castres Rouge
This red wine, crafted from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, is quintessential of the Graves appellation. It is aged in French oak barrels.
Château de Castres Blanc
This white wine is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, Sauvignon Gris and Muscadelle, vinified by José Rodrigues-Lalande. It is aged in French oak barrels.
Tour de Castres Rouge
This red cuvée from the Graves appellation is likewise composed of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.
Vinification and ageing
The estate's wines, both red and white, benefit from ageing in French oak barrels.
- Appellations
- Graves, Pessac-Léognan
- Commune
- Castres-Gironde
- Wine region
- Graves & Sauternais
- Owner
- José Rodrigues-Lalande et Brigitte Rodrigues-Lalande
- Technical direction
- José Rodrigues-Lalande
- Surface area
- 40 ha
- Second wine
- Tour de Castres Rouge
- Grape varieties
- Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, Sauvignon Gris, Muscadelle
Practical information
- Address
- Route de Pommarède, 33640 Castres-Gironde
- Phone
- 05 56 67 51 51
- Contact form
- Contact the estate