Château Gémeillan
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Château Gémeillan, a Cru Bourgeois in the Médoc, is managed by Adrien Uijttewaal. Certified Terra Vitis, the 45-hectare winegrowing estate produces red wines crafted from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc.
Identity
Château Gémeillan is situated in the commune of Jau Dignac Loirac. The estate is managed by Adrien Uijttewaal under the company name A. et F. Uijttewaal. The consultant oenologist for the estate is Eric Boissenot.
History and philosophy
Château Gémeillan was established in 1982. On-site vinification has been carried out at the property since 1995. The estate has been recognized as a Cru Bourgeois since 2009. Château Gémeillan is certified Terra Vitis.
Appellations
Château Gémeillan produces wines under the Médoc appellation.
Flagship wines
The estate's principal cuvée is Château Gémeillan. This red wine is distinguished by its aromatic complexity, blending notes of caramel, toasted almond, dark chocolate, and ripe fruit. On the palate, it offers a round, generous structure, underpinned by silky tannins and a lingering finish. The blend for the 2018 vintage was composed of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and 6% Cabernet Franc.
Practical information
The estate offers tastings and direct wine sales on site.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Gémeillan located and who manages it?
- Château Gémeillan is established in the commune of Jau Dignac Loirac. The estate is managed by Adrien Uijttewaal under the company name A. et F. Uijttewaal. The estate is supported by consultant oenologist Eric Boissenot, who brings his expertise to the winemaking process.
- When was Château Gémeillan founded and what recognition has it achieved?
- Château Gémeillan was created in 1982. Vinification has been carried out directly on the property since 1995. The estate has held Cru Bourgeois recognition since 2009. In addition, it is certified Terra Vitis, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainable, environmentally friendly viticulture.
- What is the vineyard composition and terroir of Château Gémeillan?
- The vineyard at Château Gémeillan extends over 45 hectares. The terroir features shallow gravel soils, which are ideal for winegrowing. The grape varieties planted are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, used to craft wines under the Médoc appellation.
- What are the characteristics of Château Gémeillan's principal cuvée?
- The main cuvée of Château Gémeillan is a red wine under the Médoc appellation, renowned for its aromatic complexity. It reveals notes of caramel, toasted almond, dark chocolate, and ripe fruit. On the palate, it delivers a round, generous structure supported by silky tannins and a persistent finish, the result of cask ageing, including one year in French oak barrels.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard covers a surface area of 45 hectares. The soils are composed of shallow gravel. The grape varieties planted include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc.
Vinification and ageing
The wines of Château Gémeillan are aged in casks, including one year in French oak barrels.
- Appellation
- Médoc
- Commune
- Jau Dignac Loirac
- Wine region
- Médoc
- Classification
- Cru Bourgeois
- Owner
- Adrien Uijttewaal
- Technical direction
- Eric BOISSENOT
- Surface area
- 45 ha
- Certifications
- Terra Vitis
- Grape varieties
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Practical information
- Address
- Jau Dignac Loirac
- Contact form
- Contact the estate