Château des Brousteras
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Château des Brousteras is a Médoc winegrowing estate located in Saint-Yzans. It produces red wines under the Médoc appellation, characterised by oak barrel ageing and a grape variety profile dominated by Merlot.
Identity
Château des Brousteras is a winegrowing estate located in Saint-Yzans, Gironde. It is owned by SCF CH. DES BROUSTERAS.
History and philosophy
Available records highlight the production of still red wines, as demonstrated by catalogued vintages such as a 1998 « Vieilli en fût de chêne » cuvée.
The appellations
Château des Brousteras produces its wines under the Médoc appellation.
Practical information
Château des Brousteras offers direct cellar-door sales at the property, where wine tastings are also available.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château des Brousteras located?
- Château des Brousteras is situated in the commune of Saint-Yzans, in the Gironde department, placing it at the heart of the Médoc wine region.
- Which appellations are produced at Château des Brousteras?
- Château des Brousteras produces red wines under the Médoc appellation. The wines marketed by the estate are exclusively still wines from this appellation.
- What are the main grape varieties grown at Château des Brousteras?
- The grape varieties at Château des Brousteras are predominantly composed of Merlot and Cabernet grapes. In 2011, Merlot made up 80% of the blend, whereas in 1999, it accounted for 50%.
- Is it possible to visit and taste the wines at Château des Brousteras?
- Yes, Château des Brousteras offers direct sales at the property. Wine tastings of the estate's production can also be arranged on site.
The vineyard (terroir)
The estate's grape varieties are centred around Merlot and Cabernets. Historically, Merlot has represented a major share of the blend, reaching for instance 80% in 2011. In 1999, it accounted for 50% of the vineyard plantings.
Flagship cuvées
The estate is renowned for its red wines, exemplified by its « Vieilli en fût de chêne » cuvée. These wines are generally characterised by a well-balanced style, a light structure, and an aromatic expression that can feature notes of blackcurrant, leather, and vanilla. Oak ageing is standard practice at the estate, lending integrated woody nuances to the wine.
Vinification and ageing
The wines of Château des Brousteras benefit from ageing in oak barrels. This process contributes to crafting wines with harmonised tannins and aromas, as noted with the 1998 vintage of the « Vieilli en fût de chêne » cuvée.
- Appellation
- Médoc
- Commune
- Saint-Yzans
- Wine region
- Médoc
- Owner
- SCF CH. DES BROUSTERAS
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 80%, Cabernets
Practical information
- Address
- Saint-Yzans