Château Gayon
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Managed by Jean Crampes in Caudrot, Château Gayon has been a family-run winegrowing estate since 1903. Certified HVE 3 and in organic conversion, it produces Bordeaux Supérieur, Bordeaux, and Côtes-de-Bordeaux-Saint-Macaire wines across 30 hectares.
Estate Overview
Château Gayon is a winegrowing estate managed by the Crampes family, with Jean Crampes at the helm. The property is located in Caudrot in Gironde (33490).
History and Philosophy
The Crampes family has worked these lands since 1903. The acquisition of the estate, centered around an 18th-century manor house (gentilhommière), was completed by the Crampes family in 1969. Committed to environmentally friendly practices, Château Gayon achieved Haute Valeur Environnementale certification (HVE 3) in 2019 and is currently in conversion to organic farming (Agriculture Biologique - AB).
The Appellations
Château Gayon produces wines under several appellations, primarily Bordeaux Supérieur for reds, Bordeaux for dry whites and rosés, and Côtes-de-Bordeaux-Saint-Macaire for sweet white wines (moelleux). The parcels dedicated to sweet white wine cover approximately 1 hectare, while dry white vines account for 69 ares.
Practical Information
Château Gayon welcomes visitors for tastings and cellar-door sales. The address is Château Gayon, 33490 Caudrot. For enquiries, the estate can be contacted at +33 (0)5 56 62 81 19.
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Frequently asked questions
- Which appellations are produced at Château Gayon?
- Château Gayon crafts wines under various appellations. The reds are primarily produced under Bordeaux Supérieur, while the dry whites and rosés fall under the Bordeaux appellation. In addition, the estate produces sweet white wines under the Côtes-de-Bordeaux-Saint-Macaire appellation, reflecting the diversity of its production and the typicity of its terroirs.
- What is the environmental approach at Château Gayon?
- Château Gayon is strongly committed to sustainable winegrowing. The estate achieved Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE 3) certification in 2019 and is also in conversion to organic farming (Agriculture Biologique - AB), highlighting its focus on sustainability and respect for the vineyard ecosystem.
- Which grape varieties are planted, and what are the terroir characteristics at Château Gayon?
- The Château Gayon vineyard covers 30 hectares on the hillsides of the Garonne's Right Bank in Caudrot. The terroir features clay and stony soils. The estate grows old vines of Merlot and Cabernets for red wines, as well as Sauvignon and Sémillon for white wine production.
- How long has the Crampes family managed Château Gayon?
- The Crampes family has farmed the lands of Caudrot since 1903. The acquisition of the winegrowing estate, anchored by an 18th-century manor house, took place in 1969. Jean Crampes currently manages Château Gayon, continuing the family's long-standing winemaking tradition.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The Château Gayon vineyard spans 30 hectares. It is situated on the hillsides of the Garonne's Right Bank, near Langon, in the rolling landscape of Caudrot. The soil is composed of clay and stones. The estate notably cultivates old vines of Merlot and Cabernets, as well as Sauvignon and Sémillon for the white wines.
Flagship Cuvées
The estate offers a diverse range of wines comprising reds, dry whites, rosés, and sweet whites.
Château Gayon (Red)
The red wines are crafted from Merlot and Cabernets (primarily Cabernet Sauvignon), often in well-balanced proportions. These are structured wines that benefit from oak barrel ageing.
Château Gayon (Dry White)
The dry white wines are generally made from an equal blend of Sémillon and Sauvignon. These wines are typically characterised by their freshness and balance. Selected vintages may undergo ageing in oak casks.
Château Gayon (Rosé)
The rosés are produced from Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. These are still wines, predominantly aged in vats to preserve the fresh, vibrant fruit expression of the grape varieties.
Château Gayon Cuvée Prestige (Red)
The red Cuvée Prestige is a blend of Merlot and Cabernets. This cuvée undergoes approximately one year of ageing in new oak barrels, imparting enhanced structure and complexity.
Château Gayon Moelleux
The sweet white wine, produced under the Côtes-de-Bordeaux-Saint-Macaire appellation, is predominantly crafted from Sémillon.
Vinification and Ageing
For red wines such as the Cuvée Prestige, ageing can last up to one year in new oak barrels. Other red wines may see a shorter ageing period of six months, also in barrels. Dry white wines may be aged for six months in oak casks. Rosés are generally aged in stainless steel or concrete vats.
- Appellations
- Bordeaux Rosé, Bordeaux Supérieur, Bordeaux, Côtes de Bordeaux-Saint-Macaire
- Commune
- Caudrot
- Wine region
- Bordeaux & Bordeaux Supérieur
- Owner
- SCEA CRAMPES ET FILS
- Technical direction
- Jean Crampes
- Surface area
- 30 ha
- Certifications
- HVE, Bio
Practical information
- Address
- Château Gayon, 33490 CAUDROT
- Phone
- +33 (0)5 56 62 81 19
- Contact form
- Contact the estate