Château Haut Vigneau
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Château Haut-Vigneau, located in Léognan, is a 24.5-hectare winegrowing estate in Pessac-Léognan. Owned by Eric Perrin, it produces red and white wines on gravel soils, with grape varieties dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon.
Identity
Château Haut-Vigneau is situated in the commune of Léognan. The estate is owned by Eric Perrin.
History and philosophy
The winegrowing origins of the site date back to the 18th century, a period when vines were already cultivated at the place-name “Vigneau de Haut” and when the Baron de Montesquieu was among the owners. Today, Château Haut-Vigneau continues this tradition.
Appellations
Château Haut-Vigneau produces its wines under the Pessac-Léognan appellation.
Practical information
Château Haut-Vigneau is located at 1062 Avenue de Léognan, 33140 Léognan. For enquiries, the estate can be contacted by telephone on 05 57 83 01 24 or by email at secretariat.lm.hv@gmail.com. The estate does not host winery visits and does not offer accommodation. The spoken languages are French and English.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary appellation of the wines produced by Château Haut Vigneau?
- Château Haut Vigneau is located in the commune of Léognan and produces its wines under the Pessac-Léognan appellation. This is the sole appellation used by the estate to market all its cuvées, both red and white wines.
- Which grape varieties are used to produce the red and white wines of Château Haut Vigneau?
- For the red wines, the Château Haut Vigneau vineyard is planted with 55% Cabernet Sauvignon and 45% Merlot. For the white wines, the grape varieties are 80% Sauvignon and 20% Sémillon. These proportions define the distinctive character of the estate's red and white cuvées.
- What is the surface area of the vineyard and the nature of the terroir at Château Haut Vigneau?
- The vineyard of Château Haut Vigneau covers a total surface area of 24.5 hectares. The plots are planted exclusively on gravel soils, which are characteristic of the region. This distinctive terroir contributes to the complexity and typicity of the wines produced by the estate.
- What are the aromatic characteristics of Château Haut Vigneau Rouge?
- Château Haut Vigneau Rouge is distinguished by its power, finesse, and elegance. It generally reveals aromatic notes of black fruit, such as blackberry and blackcurrant, complemented by toasted touches. These aromas contribute to the identity of this flagship cuvée from the estate.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard spans a total surface area of 24.5 hectares. The plots are planted on gravel soils. The red grape varieties comprise 55% Cabernet Sauvignon and 45% Merlot across 23 hectares. For the white wines, 1.5 hectares are dedicated to Sauvignon (80%) and Sémillon (20%).
Flagship cuvées
Château Haut-Vigneau Rouge is characterised by its power, finesse, and elegance. It typically displays aromatic notes of black fruit (blackberry, blackcurrant) and toasted nuances. The average annual production of this red wine is approximately 120,000 bottles. The estate also produces a white wine, with an average annual production of around 8,500 bottles.
Vinification and ageing
Specific details regarding vinification and ageing practices are not documented.
- Appellation
- Pessac-Léognan
- Commune
- Léognan
- Wine region
- Graves & Sauternais
- Owner
- Eric Perrin
- Surface area
- 24.5 ha
- Grape varieties
- Cabernet Sauvignon 55%, Merlot 45%, Sauvignon 80%, Sémillon 20%
Practical information
- Address
- 1062 Avenue de Léognan, 33140 Martillac
- Phone
- 05 57 83 01 24
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- non