Château Faizeau
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Château Faizeau is an 11-hectare winegrowing estate in Montagne, producing Montagne-Saint-Émilion and Saint-Émilion wines. It is owned by the Raynaud family and vinified by Michel Rolland.
Identity
Château Faizeau is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Montagne. It is owned by the Société Fermière des Grands Crus, under the direction of the Raynaud family. Michel Rolland is the estate's winemaker.
History and philosophy
Château Faizeau is steeped in the winemaking history of the region, guided by a philosophy reflected both in the vineyard and in the cellar. The estate relies on hand-harvesting for its grape crop.
The appellations
Château Faizeau produces wines under the Montagne-Saint-Émilion appellation. One of its cuvées also carries the Saint-Émilion designation.
Practical information
Château Faizeau is located in Montagne (33570). The estate can be contacted by telephone on 05 57 24 68 94 or by email at Info@crusetdomainesdefrance.com.
Estate visits are available by appointment, Monday to Friday, from 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm. On-site cellar-door sales are not available, but mail order is offered.
Find out more
No official website is currently listed.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the main appellation produced by Château Faizeau?
- Château Faizeau primarily produces wines under the Montagne-Saint-Émilion appellation. The estate also offers wines under the Saint-Émilion appellation.
- Who is the winemaker at Château Faizeau?
- The winemaker at Château Faizeau is Michel Rolland, who lends his expertise to the crafting of the property's wines.
- What is the surface area of the Château Faizeau vineyard?
- The Château Faizeau vineyard covers an area of 11 hectares. The average vine age is 35 years, contributing to the complexity of the wines produced.
- Is it possible to visit Château Faizeau?
- Yes, visits to Château Faizeau are available by prior appointment, Monday to Friday, from 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Direct sales at the estate are not offered, but mail orders are available.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Faizeau vineyard covers an area of 11 hectares. The vines have an average age of 35 years. The estate does not purchase external grapes.
Flagship cuvées
The primary production of Château Faizeau focuses on the Montagne-Saint-Émilion appellation, alongside a Saint-Émilion cuvée. The wines are distinguished by their structure and their ability to express the specific character of their terroir.
Vinification and ageing
The harvest is carried out by hand, enabling rigorous sorting of the grapes. Vinification and ageing are managed to reveal the aromatic potential and finesse of the estate's wines.
- Appellations
- Saint-Émilion, Montagne-Saint-Émilion
- Commune
- Montagne
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Classification
- Satellite de Saint-Émilion
- Owner
- Société Fermière des Grands Crus
- Technical direction
- Michel Rolland
- Surface area
- 11 ha
Practical information
- Address
- 33570 MONTAGNE
- Phone
- 05 57 24 68 94
- Opening hours
- sur rendez-vous du lundi au vendredi de 13 h 30 à 17 h 30
- Visits
- Oui sur rendez-vous