Château Gadras
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Located in the Hauts de l'Entre-deux-Mers, Château de Gadras is a 14.6-hectare winegrowing estate. Owned by the Delpech family, it produces wines under the Bordeaux appellation.
Identity
Château de Gadras is a winegrowing estate located in the Gironde department. It is currently owned by Michèle and Julien Delpech.
History and Philosophy
The Delpech family took over the estate in 1996, succeeding its former owner, Claude Delpech.
Appellations
The estate produces wines under the Bordeaux appellation.
Practical Information
The estate offers direct sales and tastings on site.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who are the current owners of Château Gadras?
- Château Gadras is currently owned by Michèle and Julien Delpech. They took over the estate in 1996, succeeding former owner Claude Delpech, continuing the family's dedication to managing this Gironde winegrowing estate.
- What is the surface area and terroir of the Château Gadras vineyard?
- The Château Gadras vineyard covers a surface area of 14.6 hectares. It is situated in the Hauts de l'Entre-deux-Mers, close to the bastide town of Monségur. The terroir is predominantly clay-limestone, shaping the character of the estate's wines. The grape varieties grown are Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon.
- What are the appellations and certifications of Château Gadras?
- Château Gadras produces wines under the Bordeaux appellation. The estate holds certifications for organic farming (Bio) and High Environmental Value (HVE), reflecting its commitment to environmentally friendly winegrowing practices. The grape varieties planted include Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon.
- What winemaking methods are used at Château Gadras for its cuvées?
- For the red Château de Gadras cuvée, ageing is carried out in vats and oak barrels. As for the Cabernet franc French Kiss cuvée, it is made using carbonic maceration followed by ageing in vats. This cuvée is primarily made from Cabernet Franc, with an annual production of around 24,000 bottles.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The Château de Gadras vineyard spans an area of 14.6 hectares. It is located in the Hauts de l'Entre-deux-Mers, near the bastide town of Monségur. The main grape varieties planted are Merlot and Cabernet grapes.
Flagship Cuvées
Among the wines produced, the red Château de Gadras 2006 is a cuvée crafted from a blend of Merlot (50%) and Cabernet grapes. Another offering is the Cabernet franc French Kiss, a red wine predominantly made from Cabernet Franc. Around 24,000 bottles of this wine are produced.
Vinification and Ageing
For the red Château de Gadras 2006, ageing takes place in vats and oak barrels. The Cabernet franc French Kiss cuvée is crafted using carbonic maceration, followed by ageing in vats.
- Appellation
- Bordeaux
- Commune
- Garat
- Wine region
- Bordeaux & Bordeaux Supérieur
- Owner
- Michèle et Julien Delpech
- Technical direction
- Claude Delpech
- Surface area
- 14.6 ha
- Certifications
- Bio, HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon
Practical information
- Address
- Garat