Château Graveyron
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Château Graveyron is a family-run winegrowing estate located in Portets, in the Graves region, producing red and white wines under the Graves appellation. It cultivates 10.5 hectares of vines planted with traditional grape varieties on sandy-clay gravel soils.
Identity
Château Graveyron is a family-run wine estate managed by EARL Vignobles Cante, with Pierre Cante as its oenologist. The estate is situated in the commune of Portets, in the Gironde department.
History and Philosophy
The origins of Château Graveyron are believed to date back to the 18th century, marking a long-standing family history in the Bordeaux vineyard. The estate is rooted in a winemaking tradition handed down through generations.
The Appellations
Château Graveyron produces wines under the Graves appellation, with both red and white cuvées. The vineyard is divided into 8 hectares for red grape varieties and 2.5 hectares for white grape varieties, with all plots lying within the AOC Graves production area.
Practical Information
Château Graveyron is open for cellar-door sales and offers tastings. The estate is located at 67, route des Graves, 33640 Portets.
You can contact the estate by telephone on 05 56 67 23 69 or by email at vignoblescante@orange.fr. A fax line is also available on 05 56 67 58 19.
Find Out More
Despite our research, we were unable to find an official website for Château Graveyron.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Graveyron located and what is its main appellation?
- Château Graveyron is located in the commune of Portets, in Gironde. The estate primarily produces wines under the Graves Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée (AOC), in both red and white.
- What is the size of the Château Graveyron vineyard and which grape varieties are grown?
- The Château Graveyron vineyard covers approximately 10.5 hectares. The red grape varieties grown are Merlot noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet franc. For the white wines, Sémillon, Muscadelle, and Sauvignon are used.
- What type of soil is found in the Château Graveyron vineyard?
- The soils of the Château Graveyron vineyard are characterised by sandy-clay gravel, with deep gravel beds. This terroir is typical of the Graves appellation.
- Does Château Graveyron offer direct sales or tastings at the estate?
- Yes, Château Graveyron offers cellar-door sales directly at the estate, as well as on-site tastings to discover its various cuvées.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The Château Graveyron vineyard covers a total area of approximately 10.5 hectares. The soils and subsoils consist of sandy-clay gravel alongside deep gravel beds. The average vine age is around 20 years for both whites and reds, with a planting density of 5,300 vines per hectare.
Grape Varieties
- For the red wines, the grape varieties comprise 70% Merlot noir, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 15% Cabernet franc.
- For the white wines, the grape varieties include 70% Sémillon, 20% Muscadelle, and 10% Sauvignon.
Flagship Cuvées
Graves Cuvée Tradition
This cuvée is a red wine crafted from the appellation's traditional grape varieties. It is characterised by a structure that allows for extended cellar ageing, contributing to its aromatic balance.
Cante Cigale
This cuvée is a white wine made from a blend of Sauvignon and Colombard, aged in vats. It stands out for its focus on expressing freshness and fruity aromas in a still wine style.
Vinification and Ageing
Harvesting is carried out mechanically. For the red wines, maceration lasts between 8 and 15 days, followed by 18 months of ageing. The white wines undergo 4 months of ageing. The Cante Cigale cuvée is aged in vats.
- Appellation
- Graves
- Commune
- Portets
- Wine region
- Graves & Sauternais
- Owner
- Vignobles Cante
- Technical direction
- Pierre Cante
- Surface area
- 10.5 ha
- Certifications
- Bio
- Grape varieties
- Merlot noir 70%, Cabernet Sauvignon 15%, Cabernet franc 15%, Sémillon 70%, Muscadelle 20%, Sauvignon 10%
Practical information
- Address
- 67, route des Graves, 33640 PORTETS
- Phone
- 05 56 67 23 69