Château du Taillan
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Château du Taillan, a family-owned Cruse estate since 1896, is a Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel in Haut-Médoc. Its 30-hectare vineyard is predominantly planted with Merlot. Listed as a Historic Monument, the château produces red, white, and rosé wines.
Identity
Château du Taillan is a family-owned winegrowing estate located in the commune of Le Taillan-Médoc, in the Gironde. The estate is run by five sisters from the Cruse family, representing the fifth generation at the helm of the property. Joséphine Duffau-Lagarrosse serves as consulting oenologist. The estate is classified as a Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel.
History and philosophy
The history of Château du Taillan dates back to the Middle Ages. Built in the 18th century from limestone, the current building has been listed as a Historic Monument since 1964, including its façades, roofs, and vaulted cellars. The estate has belonged to the Cruse family since 1896, when Henri Cruse acquired it. Château du Taillan is committed to sustainable viticultural practices (agriculture raisonnée).
Appellations
Château du Taillan produces wines under the Haut-Médoc appellation.
Signature wines
The estate's flagship wine is Château du Taillan, a Cru Bourgeois from the Médoc. The property also crafts La Dame Blanche, a white wine, as well as a rosé wine called Rose du Taillan Passionnée.
Practical information
Château du Taillan is located at 56 Avenue de la Croix, 33320 Le Taillan-Médoc. The estate welcomes visitors for tours and tastings from Monday to Saturday, 10:00 to 18:00. On Sundays and public holidays, visits are available by appointment only, from 10:00 to 16:00. Guided tours are hosted by wine tourism guides. Tours and tastings carry a fee and include a tasting of three wines. The estate is pet-friendly and accommodates groups of up to 50 people. Tours are available in French, English, Spanish, and German. Wi-Fi access is available on-site. Contact by telephone at 05.56.57.47.00 and by email at visite@chateaudutaillan.com or info@chateaudutaillan.com.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary appellation of the wines produced by Château du Taillan?
- Château du Taillan primarily produces wines under the Haut-Médoc appellation. Located within the Bordeaux wine region, this appellation is renowned for its characterful red wines. The estate focuses on crafting wines that express the hallmark characteristics of this prestigious appellation, utilising a blend predominantly composed of Merlot for its grand vin.
- Who are the current owners of Château du Taillan and what is the size of the vineyard?
- Château du Taillan is owned by five sisters from the Cruse family, who represent the fifth generation managing the property. Their vineyard covers 30 hectares in the commune of Le Taillan-Médoc. Merlot is the main grape variety, making up over 80% of the planted vines and defining the core identity of the estate's wines.
- Does Château du Taillan offer tours and wine tastings?
- Yes, Château du Taillan welcomes visitors for tours and tastings from Monday to Saturday, 10:00 to 18:00. On Sundays and public holidays, visits are available by prior appointment only, from 10:00 to 16:00. Guided tours are conducted by wine tourism hosts in multiple languages (French, English, Spanish, German) and include a tasting of three estate wines. Groups and pets are welcome.
- What is the primary grape variety used in Château du Taillan wines?
- The predominant grape variety cultivated at Château du Taillan is Merlot, representing more than 80% of the vineyard plantings. While typical of many Bordeaux wines, this high proportion of Merlot lends the estate's wines their distinctive fruit expression, roundness, and suppleness, complemented by other red grape varieties.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château du Taillan vineyard covers 30 hectares within an estate spanning a total of 150 hectares. Merlot is the dominant grape variety, accounting for over 80% of the plantings, complemented by other classic regional red grape varieties.
Vinification and ageing
Detailed technical specifications regarding vinification and ageing methods are not specified, beyond the production of red, white, and rosé wines.
- Appellation
- Haut-Médoc
- Commune
- Le Taillan-Médoc
- Wine region
- Médoc
- Owner
- Cinq sœurs
- Technical direction
- Joséphine Duffau-Lagarrosse
- Surface area
- 30 ha
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 80%
Practical information
- Address
- 56 Avenue de la Croix, 33320 Le Taillan-Médoc
- Phone
- 05.56.57.47.00
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- du lundi au samedi de 10h à 18h, et le dimanche et jours fériés de 10h à 16h sur rendez-vous uniquement
- Visits
- Visites guidées par nos hôtes oenotouristiques. Le dimanche et jours fériés sur rendez-vous uniquement.