Château Hannetot
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Château Hannetot is a 4-hectare family winegrowing estate located in Léognan, within the Pessac-Léognan appellation. The estate, taken over in 2006 by Xavier Beaumartin, produces red wines on gravel, clay, and limestone soils. It is supported by oenologist Serge Charritte.
Identity
Château Hannetot is a winegrowing estate located in Léognan, in the Gironde department. The property is managed by Xavier Beaumartin, who is its owner. Winemaking is overseen by oenologist Serge Charritte.
History and Philosophy
The winegrowing history of Château Hannetot dates back to the early 18th century, a period when wine production was attested on these lands, then known by the former name of « hantot ». The current château was rebuilt in 1870. The estate was taken over in 2006 by Xavier Beaumartin, establishing a family continuity for the property. Since 2010, oenologist Serge Charritte has advised the estate on its technical choices. Significant modernisation work has been undertaken in the vineyard, as well as for the technical equipment and cellars, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement. An emblematic three-hundred-year-old cedar also stands on the property.
The Appellations
Château Hannetot produces all of its wines under the Pessac-Léognan controlled designation of origin (appellation d'origine contrôlée). The estate's plots are located in the commune of Léognan.
Winemaking and Ageing
The estate has undertaken significant modernisation work on its cellars and technical equipment. These investments aim to optimise the winemaking and ageing processes, although the precise details of the practices (types of yeasts, maceration durations, or ageing vessels) are not specified.
Practical Information
Château Hannetot is located at 188 Avenue de la Duragne, 33850 Léognan. For any enquiries or to arrange a visit, the estate can be reached by phone on 06 11 91 52 21 or by email at contact@chateau-hannetot.com. The estate offers visits and tastings by appointment. Visitors can be welcomed in French, English, and Italian.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Château Hannetot's main appellation?
- Château Hannetot produces its wines under the Pessac-Léognan appellation. This family vineyard is located in the commune of Léognan, at the heart of this wine region renowned for its red wines in the Graves. The appellation guarantees strict requirements for wine production and elaboration.
- Who are the owners and technical team of Château Hannetot?
- The property is managed by Xavier Beaumartin, who has been its owner and manager since taking over the estate in 2006. On the technical side, the estate is advised by oenologist Serge Charritte, who has contributed his expertise to the winemaking of the château since 2010.
- What is the area of Château Hannetot's vineyard and what are its grape varieties?
- Château Hannetot's vineyard spans an area of 4 hectares. The soils are composed of clay, gravel, and limestone. The grape varieties, primarily dedicated to red wines, consist of Merlot (5%), Cabernet Sauvignon (28%), and Cabernet Franc (16%).
- Is it possible to visit Château Hannetot and taste wines there?
- Yes, Château Hannetot welcomes visitors by appointment. It is possible to discover the estate and its facilities. For visits and tastings, the château's team can communicate in French, English, and Italian. Contact details for making an appointment are available on the official website.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The vineyard of Château Hannetot spans an area of 4 hectares. It is planted on soils characterised by the presence of gravel, clay, and limestone, elements renowned for their influence on the expression of the region's wines. The grape varieties consist of traditional Bordeaux red grape varieties. Merlot accounts for 5% of the grape varieties, Cabernet Sauvignon 28%, and Cabernet Franc 16%. These vines are entirely dedicated to the production of red wines.
Key Cuvées
Château Hannetot offers an emblematic cuvée, the Pessac Léognan du Hannetot, a red wine representative of its appellation. The average annual production of this red cuvée is approximately 28,000 bottles.
- Appellation
- Pessac-Léognan
- Commune
- Léognan
- Wine region
- Graves & Sauternais
- Owner
- Xavier Beaumartin
- Technical direction
- Serge Charritte
- Surface area
- 4 ha
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 5%, Cabernet Sauvignon 28%, Cabernet Franc 16%
Practical information
- Address
- 188 Avenue de la Duragne, 33850 Léognan
- Phone
- 06 11 91 52 21
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Sur rendez-vous