Château de Myrat
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Château de Myrat, a Second Cru Classé 1855 in Barsac, is a family-run winegrowing estate managed by the de Pontac sisters. Its 22-hectare vineyard, predominantly planted with Sémillon over a limestone subsoil, produces elegant and aromatic Sauternes wines.
Identity
Château de Myrat is a winegrowing estate located in Barsac, in the Gironde département. It is owned by the de Pontac family. Currently, Slanie de Pontac-Ricard and Elisabeth de Pontac-Chabot manage the property.
History and philosophy
Château de Myrat was ranked as a Second Cru Classé in the 1855 classification of Sauternes and Barsac wines. In the mid-1970s, Max de Pontac, father of the current generation, grubbed up the vineyard. Replanting took place in 1988, and 1990 marked the first vintage of the estate’s revival. Since 2013, sisters Slanie Ricard and Elisabeth de Pontac-Chabot have been at the helm of the property. The estate is currently undergoing certification.
Appellations
Château de Myrat produces wines under the Sauternes appellation.
Flagship wines
The estate produces its flagship Grand Vin, Château de Myrat, a sweet white wine under the Sauternes appellation. This wine displays a style characterised by aromatic and elegant fruit, with floral and exotic notes on the nose. On the palate, it offers great finesse with flavours of mango and dried apricot, leading to a fresh, citrus-infused finish. The estate also crafts a second wine, Les Volières de Myrat, also under the Sauternes appellation. The wines of Château de Myrat are aged in oak barrels.
Practical information
Château de Myrat is located at 1, Myrat-Sud, 33720 Barsac. For enquiries, the estate can be contacted by telephone on +33 5 56 27 09 06 or by email at myrat@chateaudemyrat.fr. Direct sales at the estate and tastings are available by appointment. The cellar is open Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 17:00, and on Saturdays and Sundays by appointment. The property does not offer on-site accommodation or catering.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the main appellation of Château de Myrat?
- Château de Myrat produces wines under the Sauternes appellation. It is also classified as a Second Cru Classé of Sauternes and Barsac in the 1855 classification.
- Who are the current owners of Château de Myrat?
- Château de Myrat is owned by the de Pontac family. Currently, Slanie de Pontac-Ricard and Elisabeth de Pontac-Chabot run the estate.
- What is the vineyard surface area and which grape varieties are grown at Château de Myrat?
- The Château de Myrat vineyard spans 22 hectares. It is predominantly planted with Sémillon (88%), complemented by Sauvignon blanc (8%) and Muscadelle (4%).
- Is it possible to visit Château de Myrat and taste its wines?
- Yes, Château de Myrat offers direct cellar-door sales and tastings by appointment. The cellar is open Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 17:00, and on Saturdays and Sundays by appointment.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château de Myrat vineyard covers an area of 22 hectares. The soils of Barsac, where the estate is situated, are characterised by a limestone subsoil. The vines have an average age of 35 years. The grape varieties planted consist of 88% Sémillon, 8% Sauvignon blanc, and 4% Muscadelle. Harvesting is carried out by hand.
- Commune
- Barsac
- Wine region
- Graves & Sauternais
- Classification
- 2e Cru Classé 1855
- Owner
- Slanie Ricard et Elisabeth de Pontac-Chabot
- Surface area
- 22 ha
- Second wine
- Sauternes Les Volières de Myrat
- Grape varieties
- Sémillon 88%, Sauvignon blanc 8%, Muscadelle 4%
Estate news
03 February 2010
Classement 1855 Sauternes et Barsac
Cet article présente le classement officiel des vins de Sauternes et Barsac, établi en 1855 à la demande de l'Empereur Napoléon III pour l'Exposition Universelle de Paris. La classification a été confiée au Syndicat des Courtiers de Commerce de la bourse de Bordeaux et visait à reconnaître la qualité et la notoriété de chaque cru. Le classement initial comprenait 25 châteaux, mais en raison de successions et de partages de sols, il en compte aujourd'hui 26. Le classement inclut une catégorie "Premier Cru Supérieur" représentée par le Château d'Yquem. Les "Premiers Crus" sont les Châteaux La Tour Blanche, La Faurie-Peyraguey, Clos Haut-Peyraguey, de Rayne-Vigneau, Suduiraut, Coutet, Climens, Guiraud, Rieussec, Rabaud-Promis et Sigalas-Rabaud. Enfin, la catégorie des "Seconds Crus" regroupe les Châteaux de Myrat, Doisy Daêne, Doisy-Dubroca, Doisy-Vedrines, d'Arche, Filhot, Broustet, Noirac, Caillou, Suau, de Malle, Romer-Du-Hayot, Lamothe et Lamothe-Guignard. L'article a été rédigé par Adelin Pâques et publié le 3 février 2010.
Read the source — chais-et-vignes.comPractical information
- Address
- 1, Myrat-Sud, 33720 Barsac France
- Phone
- +33556270906
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Du lundi au vendredi de 10h à 17h, samedi et dimanche sur rendez-vous.
- Visits
- Oui sur rendez-vous