Château Haut-Gravet
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Château Haut-Gravet is a 12-hectare estate in Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, owned by Domaines Alain Aubert. The vineyard, with an average vine age of 40 years, is planted on clay-limestone soils, with 80% Merlot.
Identity
Château Haut-Gravet is a winegrowing estate located in Saint-Magne-de-Castillon, in Gironde. It is part of Domaines Alain Aubert, managed by Alain Aubert.
History and philosophy
The estate is rooted in the region's winemaking heritage. Its vineyard is situated at the foot of the Saint-Émilion hillside, a village designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Appellations
Château Haut-Gravet produces wines under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.
Flagship wines
The wines of Château Haut-Gravet are crafted primarily from Merlot, complemented by Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Average annual production is approximately 72,000 bottles.
Practical information
Château Haut-Gravet is located at 57 Bis Avenue de l'Europe, 33350 Saint-Magne-de-Castillon. The estate does not offer direct sales at the property. For any enquiries, the estate can be contacted by telephone on 05 57 40 04 30 or by email at domaines.a.aubert@wanadoo.fr.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the main appellation of Château Haut-Gravet?
- Château Haut-Gravet produces wines under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation, located in the Bordeaux wine region.
- What is the vineyard area of Château Haut-Gravet?
- The Château Haut-Gravet vineyard covers an area of 12 hectares. The vines have an average age of 40 years.
- Which grape varieties are grown at Château Haut-Gravet?
- The grape varieties at Château Haut-Gravet are predominantly Merlot (80%), complemented by Cabernet Franc (10%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (10%).
- What type of soil is found in the Château Haut-Gravet vineyard?
- The vines of Château Haut-Gravet are planted on soils composed of red and brown clays, resting on a calcaire à Astéries limestone subsoil.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Haut-Gravet vineyard spans 12 hectares. The soils consist of red and brown clays resting on a calcaire à Astéries limestone subsoil. The grape varieties are dominated by Merlot (80%), complemented by Cabernet Franc (10%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (10%). The vines have an average age of 40 years. Harvesting is carried out both by hand and mechanically.
Vinification and ageing
Vinification takes place in stainless steel vats. The wines are aged with 60% in new barrels and 40% in vats.
- Appellation
- Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
- Commune
- Saint-Magne-de-Castillon
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- Domaines Alain Aubert
- Surface area
- 12 ha
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 80%, Cabernet Franc 10%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10%
Practical information
- Address
- 57 Bis Avenue de l'Europe, 33350 SAINT MAGNE DE CASTILLON
- Phone
- 05 57 40 04 30
- Contact form
- Contact the estate