Château de Marchesseau
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Château de Marchesseau, owned by the Garde family in Néac, produces Lalande-de-Pomerol, Pomerol and Montagne Saint-Émilion wines across 30 hectares, with HVE 3 certification.
Identity
Château de Marchesseau is a winegrowing estate owned by the Garde family, and more specifically by Frédéric Garde. The property is located at the lieu-dit Marchesseau, in the commune of Néac, within the Gironde department.
History and philosophy
The Garde family has been rooted in the Libournais region for five generations, turning to exclusive winegrowing activities in the 1960s. Château de Marchesseau joined the family holdings in 1996. The estate is certified HVE 3, reflecting its commitment to environmentally sound viticulture.
Appellations
The estate produces wines across several appellations, including Lalande-de-Pomerol, covering 26.11 hectares. It also encompasses 2.35 hectares of parcels in the Pomerol appellation, and 1.3 hectares in Montagne Saint-Émilion.
Practical information
The estate is located at 2, lieu-dit Marchesseau, 33500 Néac. For enquiries or bookings, you can contact the estate by telephone on +33 (0) 5 57 51 40 43 or by email at contact@jpgarde.wine. Visits and tastings are by appointment only. The shop is open from Monday to Saturday, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château de Marchesseau located?
- Château de Marchesseau is situated in the commune of Néac, in the Gironde department, at the lieu-dit Marchesseau.
- Which appellations are produced by Château de Marchesseau?
- Château de Marchesseau produces wines under the Lalande-de-Pomerol, Pomerol and Montagne Saint-Émilion appellations, across various vineyard parcels.
- What is the vineyard area of Château de Marchesseau and what are its grape varieties?
- The vineyard of Château de Marchesseau spans a total area of 30 hectares. The grape varieties are dominated by Merlot (70%), complemented by Cabernet Franc (25%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (5%).
- Does Château de Marchesseau offer visits and tastings?
- Yes, Château de Marchesseau welcomes visitors for tours and tastings by appointment. The estate shop is open from Monday to Saturday, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard spans a total area of 30 hectares. On the parcels situated within the Pomerol appellation, the soils feature fine gravel with iron oxide deposits in the subsoil. The grape varieties comprise 70% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Flagship cuvées
The Château de Marchesseau cuvée is the estate's flagship wine. It displays a nose of fresh red fruit enhanced by a touch of tobacco. On the palate, the wine delivers roundness, gentle sweetness and refreshing balance, making it well suited for everyday enjoyment. Other cuvées are also crafted, including Domaine du Grand Ormeau, Château la Truffe and Vieux Château Goujon, as well as Fleur de Ormes, created in 1988.
- Appellations
- Lalande-de-Pomerol, Pomerol, Montagne-Saint-Émilion
- Commune
- Néac
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- Frédéric Garde
- Surface area
- 30 ha
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 70%, Cabernet Franc 25%, Cabernet Sauvignon 5%
Practical information
- Address
- 2, lieu-dit Marchesseau, 33500 Néac
- contact@jpgarde.wine
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Du lundi au samedi de 9h00 à 18h00
- Visits
- Visites dégustations sur rendez-vous