Château du Périer
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Château du Périer, located in Saint-Christoly-Médoc, is a Cru Bourgeois in the Médoc appellation. Owned by Bruno Saintout, it produces red wines from an 8-hectare vineyard, aged in barrels.
Identity
Château du Périer is a winegrowing estate located in Saint-Christoly-Médoc, in the Gironde. It is owned by Bruno Saintout.
History and philosophy
The history of Château du Périer dates back at least to the late 19th century, when Comte Henri du Périer de Larsan owned the property. In 1989, Bruno Saintout took over the estate, marking the beginning of its modern era.
Appellations
The estate produces its wines under the Médoc appellation.
Flagship wines
Château du Périer produces a still red wine classified as Cru Bourgeois. This wine is crafted to offer a balanced structure and an aromatic palette reflecting its terroir. A cuvée named La Gloire du Paysan has also been produced. These wines are generally crafted for ageing.
Winemaking and ageing
Ageing of the wines at Château du Périer takes place in barrels.
Practical information
Château du Périer is located at 19, route de Lesparre, 33340 Saint-Christoly-Médoc. Tours and tastings are available by appointment only. The estate offers on-site tastings and direct sales. Paid tastings provide the opportunity to discover six of the estate's wines. Languages spoken during visits include French, English, and Spanish.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château du Périer located and who is the current owner?
- Château du Périer is a winegrowing estate established in Saint-Christoly-Médoc, in the Gironde. It is owned by Bruno Saintout, who took over the property in 1989. The estate is located at 19, route de Lesparre, 33340 Saint-Christoly-Médoc, and is well-regarded locally for producing wines under the Médoc appellation.
- What is the history of Château du Périer and what grape varieties are currently planted?
- The history of Château du Périer dates back to the late 19th century, when Comte Henri du Périer de Larsan was the owner. Today, the vineyard covers 8 hectares. The plantings are composed in equal parts of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, contributing to the balanced structure and aromatic range of the wines produced under the Médoc appellation.
- What are the characteristics of Château du Périer wines and how are they aged?
- Château du Périer produces a still red wine classified as Cru Bourgeois, crafted to offer a balanced structure and an aromatic profile that reflects its terroir. The wines, which have also included specific cuvées such as “La Gloire du Paysan”, are designed with good cellaring potential in mind. Ageing takes place traditionally in barrels, contributing to their complexity and ageing potential.
- How can one visit Château du Périer and which languages are spoken?
- Visits and tastings at Château du Périer are available by appointment only. The estate offers paying tastings on the property, allowing guests to discover six of its wines. Direct cellar-door purchases are also available. The team welcomes visitors in French, English, and Spanish.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard of Château du Périer covers an area of 8 hectares. Depending on the vintage, the grape varieties in the vineyard include Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, notably for wines blended from equal parts of these two varieties.
- Appellation
- Médoc
- Commune
- Saint-Christoly-Médoc
- Wine region
- Médoc
- Owner
- Bruno Saintout
- Surface area
- 8 ha
- Second wine
- La Gloire du Paysan
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 50%, Cabernet Sauvignon 50%
Practical information
- Address
- 19, rte de Lesparre, 33340 Saint-Christoly-Médoc
- Phone
- +33 5 56 59 91 70
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Visite sur rendez-vous uniquement
- Visits
- Oui