Château Fayau
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A family-owned winegrowing estate in Cadillac-sur-Garonne since 1826, Château Fayau is certified organic. It produces red, white, rosé, and sweet wines across 41 hectares of gravel, clay, and sand soils.
Identity
Château Fayau is a family-owned winegrowing estate located in Cadillac-sur-Garonne, in the Gironde department. The estate is owned by the Médeville family, currently represented by owners Jean and Marc Médeville. It is also known as Vignobles Jean Medeville & Fils, an enterprise rooted in Cadillac since 1826.
History and philosophy
The history of Château Fayau began in 1826, when the Médeville family settled in Cadillac and founding owner Jérôme Médeville acquired the property. Spanning eight generations of winegrowers, the Médeville family has perpetuated its viticultural tradition across the estate.
Château Fayau is committed to sustainable winegrowing practices and is certified organic (Agriculture Biologique). The estate also holds the Vignobles et Découvertes quality label.
Appellations
Château Fayau produces wines under various appellations, including Bordeaux, Bordeaux Supérieur, Cadillac, Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux, Côtes de Bordeaux, Crémant de Bordeaux, Entre-Deux-Mers, Graves, Premières Côtes de Bordeaux, and Sauternes.
Winemaking and ageing
Ageing at Château Fayau takes place in vats. The estate tailors its vinification methods to the unique characteristics of each cuvée and vintage.
Practical information
Château Fayau is located at 44 Chemin de Toinette, 33410 Cadillac-sur-Garonne. The estate offers cellar-door sales and tastings. Services include an on-site shop, an online shop, click-and-collect/takeaway sales, a play area, and delivery options. Group visits are accepted, and pets are welcome. Tours can be conducted in French, English, and Dutch. Accepted payment methods include bank cards, cheques, cash, and bank transfers.
For any enquiries or bookings, the estate can be contacted on +33 5 57 98 08 08 or by email at medeville@medeville.com.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who are the current owners of Château Fayau and what is their background?
- Château Fayau is a family-owned estate managed by Jean and Marc Médeville. The Médeville family has been established in Cadillac-sur-Garonne since 1826, when founding owner Jérôme Médeville purchased the property. Eight generations of winegrowers have followed, carrying forward a long viticultural tradition. The estate is also known as Vignobles Jean Medeville & Fils.
- Which grape varieties are grown and what are the terroir characteristics at Château Fayau?
- The Château Fayau vineyard extends across 41 hectares, with vines averaging around fifty years of age. The soils consist of gravel, clay, and sand, predominantly located on the hillsides of Cadillac. The cultivated grape varieties are Merlot, Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Gris, and Muscadelle. The Médeville family's estates are spread across both banks of the Garonne.
- What certifications has Château Fayau achieved?
- Château Fayau is committed to sustainable viticulture. The estate is certified organic (Agriculture Biologique - AB), confirming its dedication to environmentally friendly practices in wine production. In addition, it holds the Vignobles et Découvertes label, which highlights wine tourism and the quality of hospitality at the estate.
- Which appellations are produced by Château Fayau?
- Château Fayau produces a wide range of wines across several appellations. These include Bordeaux, Bordeaux Supérieur, Cadillac, Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux, Côtes de Bordeaux, Crémant de Bordeaux, Entre-deux-Mers, Graves, Premières Côtes de Bordeaux, and Sauternes. This diversity enables the estate to offer red, dry white, rosé, and sweet wines.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Fayau vineyard covers an area of 41 hectares. The vines, with an average age of around fifty years, are planted on soils composed of gravel, clay, and sand. The parcels are mainly situated on the hillsides surrounding the town of Cadillac.
The Médeville family's properties are distributed across both banks of the Garonne, notably in Graves, Entre-Deux-Mers, Sauternais, and the hillsides of Cadillac.
Flagship cuvées
Château Fayau crafts a diverse range of wines, comprising reds, dry whites, rosés, and sweet white wines.
Among the red wines, the Château Fayau Cuvée Jean Médeville is made predominantly from Merlot. These wines stand out for their structure and ageing potential.
The white wines, particularly those under the Cadillac or Premières Côtes de Bordeaux Sweet Bordeaux appellations, are made from grape varieties such as Sémillon, sometimes complemented by Sauvignon Blanc and Sauvignon Gris. Château Fayau Réserve Grains nobles, crafted from 100% Sémillon, is an example of the sweet wines produced by the estate.
- Appellations
- Bordeaux, Bordeaux Supérieur, Cadillac, Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux, Côtes de Bordeaux, Crémant de Bordeaux, Entre-deux-Mers, Graves, Sauternes
- Commune
- Cadillac-sur-Garonne
- Wine region
- Bordeaux & Bordeaux Supérieur
- Owner
- Jean et Marc Medeville
- Surface area
- 41 ha
- Certifications
- Bio, Vignobles et découvertes
- Grape varieties
- Merlot, Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Gris, Muscadelle
Practical information
- Address
- 44 Chemin de Toinette, 33410 CADILLAC-SUR-GARONNE
- Phone
- +33 5 57 98 08 08
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
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