Château de Respide
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Château de Respide, a historic Graves estate established in 1630, has been owned by the Chatin family since 2021. HVE-certified, it crafts several cuvées in the Graves AOC from deep Garonne gravel soils.
Identity
Château de Respide is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Roaillan, in the Gironde department. The property is owned by the Chatin family, comprising Amélie, Pierre-Edouard, Gabriel, Alix and Joséphine Chatin.
History and philosophy
The history of Château de Respide dates back to 1630. Over the centuries, the estate has seen several owners, including Monsieur de la Reynie, Madame de Saint Aubin and the Rodies family. The wines of Château de Respide were praised as early as the 1850 edition of the Guide Féret. In 2021, the Chatin family took the reins of the property, heralding a new chapter in its story. The estate is firmly committed to environmental stewardship and holds the HVE (High Environmental Value) certification.
The appellations
Château de Respide produces wines under the Graves appellation.
Winemaking and ageing
For the Le Drop Blanc cuvée, the vinification process includes pneumatic pressing of the grapes protected from oxygen. The settled musts ferment in stainless steel vats at controlled temperatures between 16 and 18°C. Ageing for this cuvée is short and carried out in stainless steel vats under an inert atmosphere.
Practical information
Château de Respide is located at 1519 Route de la Tour, 33210 Roaillan. You can contact the estate by telephone on +33(0)5 56 63 24 24. The cellar door is open Monday to Friday, from 9 am to 12 pm and from 2 pm to 5 pm. Weekend visits and tastings are available by appointment.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who are the current owners of Château de Respide?
- Château de Respide is currently owned by the Chatin family, comprising Amélie, Pierre-Edouard, Gabriel, Alix and Joséphine Chatin. They took over the management of the estate in 2021, marking a new chapter in the history of this Roaillan wine property.
- What makes the terroir of Château de Respide unique?
- The vineyard of Château de Respide is characterised by a terroir composed of deep Garonne gravels. These soils play an essential role in vine growing and impart unique qualities to the estate's wines. This terroir type is quintessential to the Graves region where Château de Respide is located.
- Does Château de Respide hold any environmental certifications?
- Yes, Château de Respide is committed to environmentally friendly practices, as evidenced by its HVE (Haute Valeur Environnementale) certification. This certification rewards agricultural methods that reduce pressure on the environment, particularly regarding biodiversity, plant protection strategies, and the management of water and nitrogen resources.
- Which grape varieties are grown at Château de Respide?
- Château de Respide cultivates a diverse range of grape varieties, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sémillon, Sauvignon blanc, Petit Verdot, Marselan and Petit Manseng. These varieties are used to craft the estate's various cuvées, yielding a wide spectrum of wines under the Graves appellation.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard of Château de Respide is defined by soils composed of deep Garonne gravels.
Signature cuvées
Château de Respide Classic Rouge
This cuvée is crafted from a blend of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot, perfectly embodying the red wines of the appellation.
Château de Respide Classic Blanc
The classic white cuvée is made from a blend of 40% Sémillon and 40% Sauvignon.
Cuvée Callipyge Rouge
This red wine is a blend of 48% Merlot, 47% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Petit Verdot.
Cuvée Callipyge Blanc
Cuvée Callipyge Blanc is crafted from 60% Sauvignon and 40% Sémillon.
Renavida
This single-varietal cuvée is produced entirely from Marselan.
Le Drop Blanc
Le Drop Blanc is a white wine crafted from a blend of Sauvignon blanc and Sémillon under the Graves AOC.
Le Drop Rouge
This red cuvée is made from Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Le Drop Rosé
Le Drop Rosé is a wine blending Petit Manseng and Marselan.
L'Effervescent
This sparkling cuvée is produced from Sauvignon blanc and Sémillon.
- Appellation
- Graves
- Commune
- Roaillan
- Wine region
- Graves & Sauternais
- Owner
- Famille Chatin (Amélie, Pierre-Edouard, Gabriel, Alix et Joséphine)
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sémillon, Sauvignon blanc, Petit Verdot, Marselan, Petit Manseng
Practical information
- Address
- 1519 Route de la Tour, 33210 Roaillan
- Phone
- +33(0)5 56 63 24 24
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Lundi - Vendredi: 9h - 12h / 14h - 17h. Le week-end sur rendez-vous.