Château Dugoua
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Château Dugoua, owned by Philippe Dugoua in Portets, is a 27-hectare winegrowing estate in the Graves AOC. Rooted in family tradition since 1610, it produces both red and white wines.
Identity
Château Dugoua is a winegrowing estate located in Portets, in Gironde. It is owned by Philippe Dugoua.
History and philosophy
The Dugoua family's presence in Portets dates back to 1610, firmly anchoring the estate in a long winemaking tradition. Today, Philippe Dugoua perpetuates this family heritage.
Appellations
The wines of Château Dugoua are produced under the Graves appellation.
Practical information
Château Dugoua is located at 1, chemin du Malbec, BP 8, 33640 Portets. The estate can be contacted by telephone on 05 56 67 19 11 or by email at lavieillefrance@wanadoo.fr. The estate offers cellar-door sales and tastings on site.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Dugoua located and who is the current owner?
- Château Dugoua is a winegrowing estate established in the commune of Portets, in Gironde. It is currently owned by Philippe Dugoua. The Dugoua family has lived in the area since 1610, reflecting a rich and deeply rooted family winemaking history. Today, Philippe Dugoua continues this heritage.
- What is the size of the vineyard and what are the appellations of the wines produced?
- The Château Dugoua vineyard spans an area of 27 hectares. The wines produced by the estate are primarily under the Graves appellation. In addition, Château Dugoua also crafts wines under the Bordeaux appellation, notably a red cuvée historically blended in equal proportions with Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon.
- What styles of wine are crafted at Château Dugoua and how are they vinified?
- Château Dugoua produces red wines, notably a cuvée under the Bordeaux appellation that has been blended from Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon. The estate also makes still white wines, such as the Château La Vieille France Cuvée Marie, which has been made from Sémillon. Regarding vinification, certain red cuvées benefit from skin-contact maceration, and ageing for some wines has lasted up to sixteen months in oak barrels.
- How can Château Dugoua be contacted and is it possible to visit the estate?
- Château Dugoua is located at 1, chemin du Malbec, BP 8, 33640 Portets. To contact the estate, you can call 05 56 67 19 11 or email lavieillefrance@wanadoo.fr. The estate also offers direct sales and tastings at the property, giving visitors the chance to discover its wines on site.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Dugoua vineyard covers an area of 27 hectares.
Signature cuvées
Among the wines crafted by the estate is a red cuvée under the Bordeaux appellation. Historically, this cuvée has been made from an equal blend of Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon. Château Dugoua also produces still white wines, such as the Château La Vieille France Cuvée Marie 2005, which has been made from Sémillon.
Vinification and ageing
Certain red cuvées have undergone skin-contact maceration during their vinification. Ageing for some wines has extended up to sixteen months in oak barrels.
- Commune
- Portets
- Wine region
- Graves & Sauternais
- Owner
- Philippe Dugoua
- Surface area
- 27 ha
Practical information
- Address
- 1, chemin du Malbec, BP 8, 33640 Portets
- Phone
- 05 56 67 19 11
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Oui