Château de l'Annonciation
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Château l'Annonciation is a family-owned estate in Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, certified HVE, featuring a 6.7-hectare vineyard predominantly planted with Merlot. It offers cellar-door visits and wine sales.
Identity
Château l'Annonciation is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Saint-Émilion, in Gironde. The property is owned by GFA des Vignobles Callegarin, with Pierre-Philippe Callegarin serving as the primary contact on site.
History and philosophy
Château l'Annonciation has been a family property since 1961. The estate is committed to environmentally responsible viticulture, certified as Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE).
Appellations
The wines produced by Château l'Annonciation are crafted under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.
Winemaking and ageing
Harvesting is carried out by hand. Vinification is plot-by-plot. Ageing takes place in oak barrels, 25% of which are new and 75% have seen one or more previous fills. The vessels used include concrete vats and wooden barrels.
Practical information
Château l'Annonciation is located at 1374 Route Des Cabanes, 33330 Saint-Émilion. For enquiries or appointments, the estate can be reached by phone on 0557513731 or 0687802763, or by email at annonciation33@gmail.com. The tasting room and shop are open Monday to Friday, from 09:00 to 12:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00. Classic one-hour visits, including the tasting of two wines, are available by appointment at a rate of €7 per person. Credit and debit cards are accepted. Visitors are welcomed year-round, including groups. The site is accessible to persons with reduced mobility (PRM) and provides visitor parking. Pets are allowed and toilet facilities are available. English is spoken.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary appellation of the wines from Château de l'Annonciation?
- Château de l'Annonciation produces its wines under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation. This appellation is the sole designation used by the estate for crafting its cuvées. Located in the commune of Saint-Émilion, the estate offers red wines that are true reflections of this renowned Bordeaux appellation.
- Which grape varieties are planted in the Château de l'Annonciation vineyard?
- The vineyard at Château de l'Annonciation is primarily planted with Merlot, representing 85% of the vines. It is complemented by 10% Cabernet Franc and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. These varieties thrive on sandy soils and shape the unique character of the estate's wines.
- What are the key features of the terroir and certifications of Château de l'Annonciation?
- The terroir of Château de l'Annonciation is defined by its sandy soils. The estate spans 6.7 hectares and holds HVE (Haute Valeur Environnementale) certification, reflecting a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and biodiversity in the vineyard.
- How are winemaking and ageing managed at Château de l'Annonciation?
- Grapes at Château de l'Annonciation are harvested by hand. Vinification is parcel by parcel, enabling individual handling of fruit from different vineyard blocks. Ageing takes place in oak barrels (25% new, 75% one or more wines). The estate also utilises concrete vats for specific stages of the process.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château l'Annonciation vineyard covers an area of 6.7 hectares. The soils are sandy. The average vine age is approximately 68 years. The grape variety mix is dominated by Merlot (85%), complemented by Cabernet Franc (10%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (5%). Vines are trained using the Guyot Simple method. The vineyard is farmed according to traditional methods.
Flagship cuvées
The estate's principal wine is Château l'Annonciation Grand Cru Classé de Saint-Emilion. It is a red wine representative of its appellation.
- Appellation
- Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
- Commune
- Saint-Émilion
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- GFA DES VIGNOBLES CALLEGARIN
- Surface area
- 6.7 ha
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 85%, Cabernet Franc 10%, Cabernet Sauvignon 5%
Practical information
- Address
- 1374 Route Des Cabanes, 33330 Saint-Émilion
- Phone
- 0557513731
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Lundi, Mardi, Mercredi, Jeudi, Vendredi De 09h00 à 12h00 et de 14h00 à 17h00
- Visits
- Visite classique sur RDV - 1h - 7€/pers - Dégustation 2 vins.