Château Fleur Badon
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Château Fleur Badon is a 4-hectare winegrowing estate located in Saint-Émilion, cultivating Merlot and Cabernet Franc on sandy soils, with a certified environmental commitment.
Identity
Château Fleur Badon is a winegrowing estate located in Saint-Émilion, in the Gironde department. The property is a member of the Union de Producteurs de Saint-Émilion.
History and philosophy
Château Fleur Badon is rooted in the winegrowing traditions of its region. The estate is committed to environmentally friendly practices, as demonstrated by its Agriconfiance and ISO 14001 environmental management system certifications.
Appellations
Château Fleur Badon produces wines under the Saint-Émilion appellation.
Signature wines
Château Fleur Badon crafts a red wine characterised by the balance and structure lent by Merlot, enhanced by the freshness and spicy notes of Cabernet Franc. This wine is crafted to express the true potential of its native terroir.
Practical information
Château Fleur Badon is located at 633 Route du Castellot, 33330 Saint-Émilion. It can be reached by telephone on +33 (0)5 57 24 70 71 or by email at contact@udpse.com. The tasting and sales cellar welcomes visitors from Monday to Saturday, between 09:30 and 18:30. The estate is accessible by coach and can host groups. German, English, French and Chinese are spoken on site.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the main appellation of Château Fleur Badon wines?
- Château Fleur Badon produces wines under the Saint-Émilion appellation, renowned for red wines crafted predominantly from Merlot and Cabernet Franc grape varieties.
- What is the vineyard's surface area and which grape varieties are grown at Château Fleur Badon?
- The Château Fleur Badon vineyard covers 4 hectares. It is planted primarily with Merlot (75%) and Cabernet Franc (25%). The average vine age is 40 years.
- What environmental certifications does Château Fleur Badon hold?
- Château Fleur Badon is certified Agriconfiance and operates an Environmental Management System compliant with the ISO 14001 standard, demonstrating its dedication to eco-friendly viticulture.
- Does Château Fleur Badon offer visits and wine tastings?
- Yes, Château Fleur Badon offers wine tastings and welcomes groups. The cellar is open Monday to Saturday, from 09:30 to 18:30. Visitors can be welcomed in German, English, French, and Chinese.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Fleur Badon vineyard covers an area of 4 hectares. The estate's soils are predominantly sandy. The grape varieties are planted with a majority of Merlot (75%), complemented by Cabernet Franc (25%). The vines have an average age of 40 years.
Vinification and ageing
Harvesting is carried out mechanically. Vinification takes place in stainless steel vats. The wines are aged in oak barrels, 30% of which are new and 70% have been used for one or more previous vintages.
- Appellation
- Saint-Émilion
- Commune
- Saint-Émilion
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- SCEA Château Fleur Badon, adhérent à l'Union de Producteurs de Saint-Émilion
- Surface area
- 4 ha
- Certifications
- Agriconfiance, ISO 14001
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 75%, Cabernet Franc 25%
Practical information
- Address
- 633 Route du Castellot, 33330 SAINT-EMILION
- Phone
- 05 57 24 70 71
- contact@udpse.com
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Du lundi au samedi de 09:30 à 18:30