Château Frontenac
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Château Frontenac is a winegrowing estate in Pineuilh, within the Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux AOC. Founded in 1842, it is shaped by five generations of winegrowers and crafts wines in accordance with Bordeaux tradition.
Identity
Château Frontenac is a winegrowing estate located in Pineuilh, in the Gironde department. It takes its name in tribute to King Louis XIII and his relationship with Louis de Buade, comte de Frontenac, born in 1620.
History and philosophy
Winegrowing at Château Frontenac dates back to 1842. Since then, five generations of winegrowers have succeeded one another to tend the vines and craft the wines. Roger Mésange, who took over his father’s vineyard in the 1980s, continues to act as a consultant for the estate.
The appellations
Château Frontenac produces wines under the Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux appellation.
Winemaking and ageing
The estate practises traditional winemaking, drawing on time-honoured Bordeaux methods.
Practical information
Château Frontenac welcomes visitors for individual or group tours by appointment. These visits include a walk through the vineyards, the cellars, and a museum displaying artefacts and documents related to rural life, concluding with a tasting of the estate’s wines. The tasting room is open from Monday to Saturday, from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
Contact email: chateaux.frontenac@wanadoo.fr
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Frontenac located and which appellation does it belong to?
- Château Frontenac is a winegrowing estate located in Pineuilh, in the Gironde department. It is primarily associated with the Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux appellation, under which it crafts its wines. This appellation designates wines produced in this specific part of the Bordeaux region, in accordance with local regulations and traditions.
- What is the origin of the name Château Frontenac?
- The name Château Frontenac is a tribute to King Louis XIII and his relationship with Louis de Buade, comte de Frontenac, who was born in 1620. This naming reflects a piece of history and notable figures tied to the cultural heritage of the region and the estate itself, anchoring the château in rich historical tradition.
- What is the winemaking history of Château Frontenac?
- Winegrowing activity at Château Frontenac dates back to 1842. Since then, five generations of winegrowers have succeeded one another, continuing to cultivate the vines and craft the wines. Roger Mésange, who took over the family vineyard in the 1980s, still acts as a consultant for the estate today, ensuring the transmission of his expertise and experience.
- Does Château Frontenac offer tours and tastings?
- Yes, Château Frontenac welcomes visitors for individual or group tours by appointment only. These tours include a walk through the vineyards, the cellars, and a museum exhibiting artefacts and documents related to the estate's rural history. The tour concludes with a tasting of wines produced on-site. The cellar door is also open from Monday to Saturday, from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
The vineyard (terroir)
Information regarding the total surface area of the vineyard, soil types, specific microclimate, and vine age is not documented.
Flagship cuvées
Château Frontenac produces red wines. Notably, the Château Frontenac Bordeaux Supérieur 2019 vintage was awarded a gold medal at the Concours international de Lyon in 2020.
- Appellation
- Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux
- Commune
- Pineuilh
- Wine region
- Entre-deux-Mers
Practical information
- Address
- Pineuilh
- Phone
- +14186923861
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Du lundi au samedi de 8h00 à 12h00 et de 14h00 à 18h00.
- Visits
- Visites individuelles ou de groupes sur rendez-vous, se terminant par une dégustation de vins. Le circuit passe par les vignes, les chais et le musée avec ses objets et documents liés à l'activité rurale.