Château Haut Beynat
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Château Haut Beynat, located in Saint-Magne-de-Castillon, is a 12-hectare estate in the Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. Owned by Paul and Florence Cardoso since 1997, it is committed to sustainable agriculture.
Identity
Château Haut Beynat is a winegrowing estate located in Saint-Magne-de-Castillon, in the Gironde department. It is owned by Paul and Florence Cardoso.
History and Philosophy
Château Haut Beynat was taken over in 1997 by Paul and Florence Cardoso, the current owners. The estate is dedicated to sustainable viticultural practices.
The Appellations
The wines of Château Haut Beynat are produced under the Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellation.
Practical Information
The estate is located at Le bourg, 33350 Saint-Magne-de-Castillon. To arrange a visit, the estate can be contacted by telephone on 06 88 06 24 85. The email address is vignobles.cardoso@hotmail.com.
The tasting room and shop are open Monday to Sunday, from 8:30 am to 10:00 pm, from 1 February 2026 to 31 December 2026. Direct cellar-door sales are available. Paid tours and tastings are offered, and the estate can accommodate groups (up to 50 people). Pets are not allowed.
Staff at the estate speak French, German, Spanish, and Portuguese. Payment cards are accepted.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Haut Beynat located and who owns it?
- Château Haut Beynat is a winegrowing estate established in Saint-Magne-de-Castillon, in the Gironde. It is owned by Paul and Florence Cardoso, who took over the property in 1997. The estate is actively committed to sustainable farming.
- What is the composition of the vineyard at Château Haut Beynat?
- The vineyard at Château Haut Beynat covers 12 hectares, predominantly set on clay-limestone terroir. The grape varieties are planted with a majority of Merlot (80%), complemented by 20% Cabernet Franc, both classic varieties of the Bordeaux region.
- Which appellations are produced at Château Haut Beynat and what are their characteristics?
- The wines of Château Haut Beynat are crafted under the Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellation using traditional vinification methods. Part of the production matures in concrete vats, while another portion undergoes 18 months of ageing in oak barrels, as showcased by the "Cuvée Fût de chêne", which reveals refined characteristics derived from its barrel ageing.
- How can I visit Château Haut Beynat and purchase its wines?
- Château Haut Beynat, located at Le bourg, 33350 Saint-Magne-de-Castillon, offers paid tours and tastings and can host groups of up to 50 people. Cellar-door sales are available. The tasting room will be open Monday to Sunday, from 8:30 am to 10:00 pm, between 1 February 2026 and 31 December 2026. For inquiries or bookings, contact the estate by phone at 06 88 06 24 85 or by email at vignobles.cardoso@hotmail.com. Pets are not permitted, and payment cards are accepted.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The vineyard covers an area of 12 hectares on clay-limestone soils. The grape varieties planted consist of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc.
Flagship Cuvées
Among the estate's wines is the "Cuvée Fût de chêne", which displays a well-structured profile with distinct notes imparted by its oak ageing.
Vinification and Ageing
Vinification follows traditional methods, with an ageing period of 18 months. Part of the production is aged in concrete vats, while the remainder matures in oak barrels.
- Appellation
- Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux
- Commune
- Saint-Magne-de-Castillon
- Wine region
- Les Vins de Côtes
- Owner
- Paul et Florence Cardoso
- Surface area
- 12 ha
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 80%, Cabernet Franc 20%
Practical information
- Address
- Le bourg, 33350 SAINT-MAGNE-DE-CASTILLON
- Phone
- 06 88 06 24 85
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Du 01/02/2026 au 31/12/2026: lun 08:30-22:00, mar 08:30-22:00, mer 08:30-22:00, jeu 08:30-22:00, ven 08:30-22:00, sam 08:30-22:00, dim 08:30-22:00
- Visits
- Visite-dégustation payante: Oui