Château Gueyrot
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Château Gueyrot, in Saint-Émilion, is a single-block estate set around a 19th-century residence. Its south-east-facing vineyard lies on iron-rich sandy soils, with ageing in French oak barrels, half of which are renewed annually.
Identity
Château Gueyrot is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Saint-Émilion, in the Gironde. SCEV HTS de la Tour du Fayet is the estate's company name, with Mr Jacques de la Tour du Fayet serving as the commercial contact.
History and philosophy
Château Gueyrot stands out as a single-block estate, structured around a 19th-century bourgeois residence built on the site of a former orangery.
Appellations
The parcels of Château Gueyrot are located in Saint-Émilion.
Practical information
Château Gueyrot is located at the following address: 1 Gueyrot, 33330 Saint-Émilion. For further information, the estate can be contacted by telephone on +33 557 247 208 or by fax on +33 557 246 751.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Gueyrot located?
- Château Gueyrot is located in the commune of Saint-Émilion, in the Gironde department. Its address is 1 Gueyrot, 33330 Saint-Émilion.
- What are the characteristics of the terroir at Château Gueyrot?
- The vineyard at Château Gueyrot is planted on soils consisting of ancient sandy glacis enriched with iron. The parcels benefit from a south-east-facing exposure.
- What ageing methods are used for Château Gueyrot wines?
- Château Gueyrot wines are aged in French oak barrels. Half of the barrels are renewed each year for ageing the new vintages.
- How does Château Gueyrot manage its vineyards?
- Château Gueyrot employs viticultural practices including regular soil ploughing and entirely manual harvesting, ensuring meticulous vineyard care.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Gueyrot vineyard is situated in the commune of Saint-Émilion, benefiting from a south-east-facing exposure. The soils consist of ancient sandy glacis enriched with iron. Viticultural practices include regular ploughing and manual harvesting. The estate is located near Château Pavie and Château la Gaffelière.
Flagship cuvées
The wines of Château Gueyrot are generally crafted for medium-term cellaring, reaching their peak after five to six years, and up to ten years for the finest vintages. These wines develop and gain finesse over time.
Vinification and ageing
Château Gueyrot wines are aged in French oak barrels, half of which are renewed each year.
- Appellation
- Saint-Émilion
- Commune
- Saint-Émilion
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- SCEV HTS de la Tour du Fayet
Practical information
- Address
- Château Gueyrot, 33330 Saint-Emilion
- Phone
- +33 557 247 208
- Contact form
- Contact the estate