Château du Cros
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Owned by the Boyer family for four generations, Château du Cros produces wines in Loupiac, Graves, Bordeaux, and Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux. Certified HVE 3, the estate offers tastings and tours of its cellars and 12th-century Vieux Château.
Identity
Château du Cros is a family-owned winegrowing estate held by the Boyer family for four generations. Catherine Boyer is the estate's winegrower.
History and Philosophy
The history of Château du Cros dates back to the 12th century, with its foundation around 1250, traditionally authorised by Richard the Lionheart. An 18th-century chartreuse completes the estate's architectural heritage.
Château du Cros has been committed to an environmental approach since 2012. This commitment culminated in 2018 with the achievement of level 3 Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification. The estate was also awarded the Vignobles et Découvertes wine tourism label in 2021.
Appellations
Château du Cros produces wines across several appellations, including Loupiac, Bordeaux rouge, Bordeaux blanc, Bordeaux rosé, Graves, and Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux.
Practical Information
The Château du Cros tasting and sales room is open Monday to Friday, from 10:00 to 12:30 and from 13:30 to 17:30. In July and August, opening hours are extended from 10:00 to 18:30. Weekend visits are by appointment.
The estate offers a complimentary tour of the cellars followed by a tasting of three wines. A self-guided walking trail leading to the Vieux Château du Cros is also accessible free of charge for adults. For groups, walking tours (self-guided or guided) can be paired with tastings, with prices available on request. Themed, educational food and wine pairing workshops are organised by appointment. Priced at €40 for two people, these workshops offer a choice between tasting three white wines, three sweet dessert wines, three red wines, or three colours, accompanied by paired culinary bites.
Find Out More
Official estate websiteFrequently asked questions
- Who are the current owners of Château du Cros and what is their role?
- Château du Cros is a family estate managed by the Boyer family for four generations. Catherine Boyer is currently the winegrower in charge of the estate. This family continuity reflects a rich heritage and a deep commitment to producing quality wines, carrying forward expertise passed down through generations.
- What is the extent of Château du Cros's environmental commitment?
- Château du Cros has pursued an ongoing environmental approach since 2012. This commitment was recognised in 2018 with the achievement of level 3 Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification, testifying to high-level environmentally friendly practices throughout the vineyard and estate.
- What tour and tasting options are available at Château du Cros?
- Château du Cros offers a complimentary cellar tour followed by a tasting of three wines. A self-guided walking trail is also available. For groups, hikes and tastings are offered on request. Themed educational food and wine pairing workshops are also hosted by appointment, showcasing different ranges of the estate's wines paired with matching dishes.
- Under which appellations are Château du Cros wines produced?
- Château du Cros produces wines under several distinct appellations, including Loupiac, Bordeaux (red, white, and rosé), Graves, and Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux. This diversity enables the estate to offer a broad range of wines reflecting the richness and variety of Bordeaux terroirs.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The Château du Cros vineyard extends across a limestone plateau, located approximately 40 km south of Bordeaux.
Among the grape varieties grown, a plot of Sémillon is particularly remarkable for its age, exceeding 110 years. Three white grape varieties are used to craft the estate's white wines.
Flagship Cuvées
The estate offers various cuvées, such as Château du Cros Loupiac, which was awarded by the Guide Hachette for its 2020 vintage. Other cuvées include Prélude Gourmand Loupiac, Galets de L. Graves Rouge, Mayne du Cros Graves Rouge, and Mayne du Cros Graves Blanc.
- Appellations
- Loupiac, Bordeaux, Graves, Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux, Bordeaux Rosé
- Wine region
- Entre-deux-Mers
- Owner
- Famille Boyer
- Technical direction
- Catherine Boyer
- Certifications
- HVE
Practical information
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Du lundi au vendredi de 10h à 12h30 et de 13h30 à 17h30. Juillet et août de 10h à 18h30. Le week-end sur rendez-vous uniquement.
- Visits
- La visite des chais et dégustation de 3 vins gratuite. Balade/randonnée pédestre qui mène au Vieux Château du Cros, gratuite en autonomie (adultes).