Château Haut-Pradot
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Château Haut-Pradot is a family-owned winegrowing estate in Morizès, Gironde, held by the Fazembat family since 1817. Committed to organic conversion and certified HVE, it crafts wines under the Bordeaux, Entre-Deux-Mers and Crémant de Bordeaux appellations.
Identity
Château Haut-Pradot is a family winegrowing estate situated in Morizès, in the Gironde department. The Fazembat family has owned and run the property for five generations.
History and philosophy
The history of Château Haut-Pradot dates back to 1817. The estate has been owned by the Fazembat family, who have handed down their winemaking expertise across five generations. With a strong commitment to environmental stewardship, Château Haut-Pradot began its conversion to organic farming in 2023. This transition entails the progressive phasing out of herbicides, a return to traditional ploughing practices, and the introduction of new disease-resistant grape varieties. The estate is also committed to High Environmental Value (HVE) certification and displays the EU Organic (Euro-leaf) label.
The appellations
Château Haut-Pradot crafts wines under the Bordeaux, Bordeaux Entre-Deux-Mers and Crémant de Bordeaux appellations.
Practical information
Château Haut-Pradot is located at 3 Lieu-dit Patatin, 33190 Morizès. Vineyard visits and tastings are available by appointment only. The estate offers a complimentary tour and tasting including three products. Home workshops and event entertainment are also available. The property features an on-site shop and a dedicated motorhome stopover area with views over the vines. Payments can be made by bank card or cash. The estate holds the “Bienvenue à la Ferme” and “Vignobles et Découvertes” accreditations. Pets are not permitted.
Contact
- Telephone: +33 (0)6 17 22 42 83 or +33 (0)6 37 80 93 76
- Email: elodie@chateauhautpradot.com or benoit.fazembat@orange.fr
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Frequently asked questions
- Which appellations are produced by Château Haut-Pradot?
- Château Haut-Pradot produces wines across several appellations, including Entre-Deux-Mers, Bordeaux, as well as Crémant de Bordeaux. This diversity enables the estate to offer a varied portfolio, ranging from still whites and reds to sparkling wines, reflecting both the richness of its terroir and its winemaking craft.
- Is Château Haut-Pradot committed to environmental sustainability?
- Yes, Château Haut-Pradot is firmly committed to environmentally friendly practices. The estate launched its conversion to organic farming in 2023, progressively phasing out herbicides and returning to traditional ploughing. It is also certified Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) and bears the EU Organic label, reflecting its dedicated approach to sustainable viticulture.
- What are the main grape varieties planted at Château Haut-Pradot?
- The estate's principal cuvée, Château Haut-Pradot, is characterised by a blend heavily dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, which accounts for 80% of the wine. This is complemented by other varieties to achieve a balanced aromatic and tannic structure. The estate is also trialling new disease-resistant grape varieties.
- What are the characteristics of the terroir at Château Haut-Pradot?
- The terroir of Château Haut-Pradot consists predominantly of clay soils. This soil composition directly influences the wines, contributing to their structure, depth, and aromatic expression. Vineyard management practices, including the elimination of chemical weed control and a return to mechanical tilling, are carefully tailored to maintain soil health and biodiversity.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard of Château Haut-Pradot is defined by its clay-rich soils. Viticultural practices aim to foster biodiversity and soil vitality through the elimination of herbicides and the reintroduction of ploughing. The estate is also exploring the use of disease-resistant grape varieties.
Flagship cuvées
Among the wines produced, the Château Haut-Pradot cuvée is a blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon (80%). Vinification of this cuvée follows traditional methods, featuring extended maceration periods designed to optimise the extraction of tannins and aromatic expression. Alongside its wines, the estate also offers artisanal products such as wine jellies, red wine salt, prunes in wine, and honey.
Vinification and ageing
Red wines are vinified using traditional methods with long macerations. These techniques focus on extracting supple tannins and complex aromas, shaping the distinctive style of the estate's wines.
- Appellations
- Entre-deux-Mers, Bordeaux, Crémant de Bordeaux
- Commune
- Morizès
- Wine region
- Entre-deux-Mers
- Owner
- Famille Fazembat
- Certifications
- Bio, HVE
- Grape varieties
- Cabernet Sauvignon 80%
Practical information
- Address
- 3 Lieu-dit Patatin, 33190 MORIZES
- Phone
- 06 17 22 42 83
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Visite-dégustation sur rendez-vous uniquement.
- Visits
- Visites & dégustations: Découverte de la philosophie, des méthodes et de l'histoire. Ateliers à Domicile: Moment de partage gratuit. Animations d’Évènements: Souvenir mémorable. Aire de camping-car: Grande aire aménagée avec vue imprenable sur les vignes.