Château Haut Segottes
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Château Haut Segottes is a family-owned winegrowing estate in Saint-Émilion, managed by Danielle Meunier. It produces Saint-Émilion Grand Cru wines across 9 hectares of sandy-clay soils, guided by a terroir-driven approach.
Identity
Château Haut Segottes is located in Saint-Émilion, in the Gironde department. It is owned by Danielle Meunier, representing the fourth generation of a winegrowing family.
History and philosophy
The family history of Château Haut Segottes dates back to 1850. Danielle Meunier took over the estate in 1972, perpetuating a winemaking tradition handed down over four generations. The estate's philosophy focuses on respecting the fruit and the terroir, with an unwavering pursuit of quality and excellence, all while respecting the environment.
The appellations
Château Haut Segottes crafts wines under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation. Its parcels are situated just 3 km from the historic centre of Saint-Émilion.
Practical information
Château Haut Segottes is located at 1 Gadète, 33330 Saint-Émilion. Visits, tastings, and cellar-door sales are available Monday to Sunday and on public holidays by appointment. For further information, the estate can be contacted by telephone on +33 5 57 24 60 98 or 06 79 12 27 74, and by email at contact@hautsegottes.com.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the background of Château Haut Segottes and who is the current owner?
- Château Haut Segottes is a winegrowing estate located in Saint-Émilion, in the Gironde department. It is currently owned by Danielle Meunier, who represents the fourth generation of a family deeply rooted in the winemaking heritage of the region. Her family has shaped the estate since 1850, and Danielle Meunier took over management in 1972, upholding this long-standing family legacy.
- What are the characteristics of the Château Haut Segottes vineyard?
- The Château Haut Segottes vineyard covers 9 hectares spread across around twenty parcels. The terroir features sandy-loamy to clayey soils over a highly ferruginous sandy-clay subsoil. The grape varieties are Merlot (60%) and Cabernet Franc (40%), with an average vine age of 35 years. The estate is HVE certified and works the soil without herbicides, using ploughing and aeration, alongside hand-harvesting.
- How are the wines of Château Haut Segottes vinified and aged?
- Vinification at Château Haut Segottes takes place in vats with precise temperature control to preserve the purity of the aromas and fruit flavours. The wines are then aged in French oak barrels for 12 to 18 months. Around half of the barrels are new oak, contributing to the aromatic complexity of the wines. Bottling is carried out directly at the property.
- How can you visit Château Haut Segottes or purchase its wines?
- Château Haut Segottes welcomes visitors for estate tours, tastings, and direct cellar-door sales. These are available seven days a week, including weekends and public holidays, strictly by appointment. To arrange a visit or obtain further information, you can contact the estate by phone on +33 5 57 24 60 98 or 06 79 12 27 74, or by email at contact@hautsegottes.com.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Haut Segottes vineyard covers 9 hectares, distributed across roughly twenty parcels. The soils are predominantly sandy-loamy to clayey, resting on a highly ferruginous sandy-clay subsoil. The grape variety breakdown is 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc, with an average vine age of 35 years. A specific 0.5-hectare plot is dedicated to the La Dame cuvée. Vineyard management is conducted without herbicides, employing ploughing, soil aeration, and canopy management. Harvesting is carried out by hand, determined by the optimal ripeness of the fruit.
Signature cuvées
The wines of Château Haut Segottes are classic in style. They are characterised by fine concentration, notable density, and an assertive yet balanced tannic structure. The estate also produces a dedicated cuvée named “La Dame”.
Vinification and ageing
Vinification at Château Haut Segottes is carried out in vats under precise temperature control. The wines are aged in French oak barrels for 12 to 18 months, with approximately 50% new oak. Bottling takes place at the estate.
- Appellations
- Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, Saint-Émilion
- Commune
- Saint-Émilion
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- Danielle Meunier
- Surface area
- 9 ha
- Second wine
- La Dame
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 60%, Cabernet Franc 40%
Practical information
- Address
- 1 Gadète, 33330 Saint Emilion
- Phone
- +33 5 57 24 60 98
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Dégustation, visite et vente à la propriété du lundi au dimanche et jours fériés sur rendez-vous.