Château Garrineau
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Château Garrineau, a family-owned winegrowing estate in the Gironde, produces wines under the Bordeaux appellation. Certified HVE, it offers a diverse range of wines alongside wine tourism experiences.
Overview
Château Garrineau is a winegrowing estate located in Sauveterre-de-Guyenne, in the Gironde. Owned by Thierry Combefreyroux, the company operates under the name EARL Vignobles Combefreyroux. It was formerly known as Domaine de Marmand. Thierry Combefreyroux is supported by his younger son, Aymeric Combefreyroux, and his wife, Sandrine Combefreyroux.
History and philosophy
The family history of Château Garrineau dates back to 1865, when the vineyard was first established. The estate has been passed down through five generations. EARL Vignobles Combefreyroux was formed in 2020. The property has achieved Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification.
Appellations
Château Garrineau crafts wines under the Bordeaux appellation.
Visitor information
Château Garrineau is located at 1 Lieu-dit Garrineau, 33540 Sauveterre-de-Guyenne. The estate can be reached by telephone on +33 6 17 30 40 54 or by email at contact@vignobles-combefreyroux.fr. The tasting and sales cellar is open Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 6 pm (closed on Sundays). The estate offers various wine tourism activities, including tastings, food and wine pairings, standard tours, and guided tours with tastings. Château Garrineau is pushchair-accessible and provides coach parking. Visitors can enjoy a wine and cocktail bar set in a renovated former cellar, as well as a dedicated picnic area. Payments can be made by credit/debit card, cheque, or cash. Motorhomes are welcome on site, and activities are available for children. The team can assist visitors in French, German, English, and Spanish.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Garrineau located and which appellations does it produce?
- Château Garrineau is situated in Sauveterre-de-Guyenne, in the Gironde. It produces wines under the Bordeaux appellation.
- Who owns Château Garrineau and what is the estate's history?
- The estate is owned by Thierry Combefreyroux, who works alongside his wife Sandrine and his son Aymeric. The family's winemaking heritage dates back to 1865, spanning five generations. EARL Vignobles Combefreyroux was established in 2020.
- Which grape varieties are grown and what is the vineyard size at Château Garrineau?
- The vineyard of Château Garrineau covers around twenty hectares. The planted grape varieties are Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sémillon, and Muscadelle. Some of the Sémillon and Muscadelle vines are over a century old.
- What styles of wine are produced by Château Garrineau and what certifications does it hold?
- Château Garrineau produces red, white, rosé, sweet, and crémant sparkling wines. The estate holds Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Garrineau vineyard covers around twenty hectares. The grape varieties planted include Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sémillon, and Muscadelle. Some of the Sémillon and Muscadelle vines have been cultivated for 150 years.
Signature cuvées
The portfolio at Château Garrineau features white, red, rosé, sweet, and crémant wines. The "Les Larmes de mes Terres" cuvée is a sweet wine made entirely from pure Sémillon. The estate also produces "Perles de Garrineau", a crémant blanc de blancs introduced in 2021. In total, Château Garrineau offers a range of approximately ten different wines.
- Appellation
- Bordeaux
- Commune
- Sauveterre-de-Guyenne
- Wine region
- Bordeaux & Bordeaux Supérieur
- Owner
- Thierry Combefreyroux
- Surface area
- 20 ha
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sémillon, Muscadelle
Practical information
- Address
- 1 Lieu-dit Garrineau, 33540 SAUVETERRE-DE-GUYENNE
- Phone
- +33 6 17 30 40 54
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- 9h-18h tout les jours sauf le dimanche
- Visits
- visites œnotouristiques, bar à vin