Château Fougeailles
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Château Fougeailles is a winegrowing estate in Néac, within the Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation, owned by Vignobles C. Estager & Fils. It produces red wines from a 2.7-hectare vineyard planted on sandy-clay soils with Merlot and Cabernet Franc.
Identity
Château Fougeailles is located in Néac. It is owned by Vignobles C. Estager & Fils, with Charles Estager serving as winemaker.
History and philosophy
The estate is part of the heritage of Vignobles C. Estager & Fils. Charles Estager oversees the vinification of the château's wines.
Appellations
Château Fougeailles crafts wines under the Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation.
Practical information
Château Fougeailles is located at Lieu-dit Foujaille, 33500 Néac. For any inquiries or to arrange a visit, the estate can be contacted by telephone on +33557513509.
The estate offers tastings and direct sales at the property.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Fougeailles located and which appellation does it produce?
- Château Fougeailles is located in the commune of Néac. It produces wines under the Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation.
- Who owns Château Fougeailles and who is the winemaker?
- Château Fougeailles is owned by Vignobles C. Estager & Fils, and Charles Estager is the winemaker for the estate's cuvées.
- What is the surface area and grape variety breakdown of the Château Fougeailles vineyard?
- The vineyard of Château Fougeailles covers 2.7 hectares on sandy-clay soils. The grape varieties are predominantly Merlot, complemented by Cabernet Franc.
- Does Château Fougeailles offer visits or tastings?
- Yes, Château Fougeailles offers tastings and direct sales at the property.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard of Château Fougeailles extends over 2.7 hectares on sandy-clay soils. The parcels are situated in the commune of Néac.
The grape varieties are predominantly Merlot, complemented by Cabernet Franc. Historically, the vineyard plantings have comprised 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc, or 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc, depending on the period.
Key cuvées
The estate produces a red cuvée under the name Château Fougeailles. This wine displays a structure that develops favourably with a few years of cellaring. Annual production is approximately 17,000 to 18,000 bottles.
Vinification and ageing
The wines of Château Fougeailles are aged in tanks and oak barrels, contributing to their refinement and complexity.
- Appellation
- Lalande-de-Pomerol
- Commune
- Néac
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- Vignobles C.Estager & Fils
- Technical direction
- Charles Estager
- Surface area
- 2.7 ha
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 75%, Cabernet Franc 25%
Practical information
- Address
- Néac
- Phone
- +33557513509
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Oui