Château de Pasquette
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Château de Pasquette, in Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, is a 3-hectare winegrowing estate managed by Marc Vincent. Committed to HVE certification, it crafts wines from a sandy-clay terroir, with grape varieties dominated by Merlot.
Identity
Château de Pasquette is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Saint-Sulpice-de-Faleyrens, in Gironde. The property is managed by Marc Vincent.
History and philosophy
Château de Pasquette has been documented on maps since 1762. The Jabiol family acquired the estate in 1942. In 2010, Marc Vincent became the owner. The estate is committed to an environmentally conscious approach, reflected in its Haute Valeur Environnementale certification.
Appellations
Château de Pasquette produces wines under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.
Practical information
Château de Pasquette is located at Lieu-dit Pasquette, 33330 Saint-Sulpice-de-Faleyrens. The estate can be contacted on 06 87 03 37 26 or by email at chateaudepasquette@hotmail.fr. Visitors are welcome daily, both morning and afternoon. Staff can communicate in English and Spanish.
Find out more
Official estate websiteFrequently asked questions
- Who is the current owner of Château de Pasquette and when did he acquire the estate?
- Marc Vincent is the current owner of Château de Pasquette, having acquired the estate in 2010. Prior to this, the property belonged to the Jabiol family, who bought it in 1942. Château de Pasquette has been documented on maps since 1762, bearing witness to its long heritage within the viticultural landscape of Saint-Sulpice-de-Faleyrens.
- What is the vineyard surface area and what are the terroir characteristics at Château de Pasquette?
- The Château de Pasquette vineyard covers an area of 3 hectares. The terroir features light soils over a clay subsoil, contributing to the distinct character of the wines produced. The average age of the plots is 35 years, and grape harvesting is performed by hand, reflecting a meticulous approach to the vineyard.
- What grape varieties are grown for Château de Pasquette wines?
- The grape varieties at Château de Pasquette are predominantly Merlot at 80%, complemented by 10% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. This varietal selection is typical of the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru region and shapes the identity of the wines produced on the estate.
- How are vinification and ageing carried out at Château de Pasquette?
- Vinification at Château de Pasquette starts with a slow, natural fermentation in stainless steel vats. The wines are then aged traditionally in oak barrels. Bottling takes place directly at the Château, ensuring complete control over the process. These methods aim to craft wines that are true expressions of their appellation.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château de Pasquette vineyard spans an area of 3 hectares. The average age of the plots is 35 years. The terroir is characterised by light soils resting on a clay subsoil. The grape varieties comprise 80% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. The grapes are harvested by hand.
Flagship cuvées
Vinification at Château de Pasquette begins with a slow, natural fermentation in stainless steel vats. Ageing is carried out traditionally in oak barrels. Bottling is done at the Château. These practices aim to craft wines that genuinely reflect their appellation.
Vinification and ageing
Vinification of Château de Pasquette wines relies on a slow, natural fermentation in stainless steel vats. Ageing is traditional, in oak barrels, and bottling takes place directly at the property.
- Appellation
- Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
- Commune
- Saint-Sulpice-de-Faleyrens
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- Marc Vincent
- Surface area
- 3 ha
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 80%, Cabernet Franc 10%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10%
Practical information
- Address
- Lieu-dit Pasquette, 33330 SAINT-SULPICE DE FALEYRENS
- Phone
- 06 87 03 37 26
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Tous les jours, AM/PM