Château de la Nauve
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Château de la Nauve is a 10-hectare winegrowing estate in Saint-Laurent-des-Combes, within the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation. Founded in 1955, it cultivates Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon on sandy-clay soils. It offers visits and direct sales at the estate.
Identity
Château de la Nauve is a winegrowing estate located in Saint-Laurent-des-Combes, in the Gironde department. Richard Veyry is the main contact at the property.
History and philosophy
Château de la Nauve was founded in 1955. The estate experienced a revival in 2017.
The appellations
Château de la Nauve produces wines under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.
Practical information
Château de la Nauve is located at 294 Rue La Nauve, 33330 Saint-Laurent-des-Combes. The estate can be contacted by telephone on 05 57 25 34 32 or by email at la-nauve@wanadoo.fr. The property welcomes visitors from Monday to Sunday, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, all year round. Direct sales at the estate are available, as well as group hosting and the provision of a reception room. French is spoken for visitor reception.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château de la Nauve located?
- Château de la Nauve is located in the commune of Saint-Laurent-des-Combes, in the Gironde. It produces wines under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.
- What is the surface area and grape variety blend of Château de la Nauve?
- The vineyard of Château de la Nauve covers 10 hectares. The grape variety plantings consist of 80% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. The average age of the vines is 50 years.
- What soil types are found at Château de la Nauve?
- The soils at Château de la Nauve are predominantly sandy-clay, complemented by the presence of limestone, clay, sand and gravel.
- Is it possible to visit Château de la Nauve?
- Yes, Château de la Nauve welcomes visitors seven days a week, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, throughout the year. The estate offers direct sales at the property and can accommodate groups.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard of Château de la Nauve spans 10 hectares. The soils are predominantly sandy-clay, along with limestone, clay, sand and gravel. The vineyard is parcelled into small-scale plots, with an average vine age of 50 years. The grape variety blend is dominated by Merlot (80%), complemented by Cabernet Franc (10%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (10%). Harvesting is carried out both by hand and mechanically.
Flagship cuvées
Among the wines produced, the estate notably offers Château de la Nauve Reserve.
Vinification and ageing
For vinification, the estate uses various types of vessels, including oak barrels, concrete and stainless steel vats. Wine ageing is divided between vats (60%), one-wine and older barrels (30%), and new oak barrels (10%).
- Appellation
- Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
- Commune
- Saint-Laurent-des-Combes
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Surface area
- 10 ha
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 80%, Cabernet Franc 10%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10%
Practical information
- Address
- 294 Rue La Nauve, 33330 Saint-Laurent-des-Combes
- Phone
- +33557247189
- la-nauve@wanadoo.fr
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Janvier, Février, Mars, Avril, Mai, Juin, Juillet, Août, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Décembre Lundi, Mardi, Mercredi, Jeudi, Vendredi, Samedi, Dimanche De 09h00 à 18h00