Château la Croix de Louis
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Château la Croix de Louis is a 9-hectare winegrowing estate in Castillon-la-Bataille, founded in 1981 and run by Francine Pallaro. It produces wines under the Bordeaux and Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellations, crafted primarily from Merlot and Cabernet Franc.
Identity
Château la Croix de Louis is a winegrowing estate located in Castillon-la-Bataille, in Gironde. It is owned by Francine Pallaro.
History and philosophy
Château la Croix de Louis was founded in 1981. The estate offers tours and tastings to help visitors discover its wines and terroir.
Appellations
Château la Croix de Louis produces wines under the Bordeaux and Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellations.
Winemaking and ageing
The grapes undergo sorting on a sorting table before being vinified in stainless steel vats. Ageing takes place in oak barrels for selected cuvées.
Practical information
Château la Croix de Louis is located at 21 Route De Villefranche, 33350 Castillon-la-Bataille. The estate can be contacted by telephone on 05 57 40 13 93 or by email at la.croix.de.louis@wanadoo.fr. Direct cellar-door sales are available. Tours and tastings are offered year-round, in French and English.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château la Croix de Louis located?
- Château la Croix de Louis is located in the commune of Castillon-la-Bataille, in Gironde. Its address is 21 Route De Villefranche, 33350 Castillon-la-Bataille.
- Which appellations are produced at Château la Croix de Louis?
- Château la Croix de Louis produces wines under two main appellations: AOC Bordeaux and AOC Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux.
- What is the vineyard composition at Château la Croix de Louis?
- The Château la Croix de Louis vineyard covers 9 hectares. The grape blend is dominated by Merlot (60%) and Cabernet Franc (35%), complemented by Cabernet Sauvignon. The average vine age is 30 years.
- Does Château la Croix de Louis offer tours and tastings?
- Yes, Château la Croix de Louis welcomes visitors for tours and tastings throughout the year. Direct purchases at the estate are also available. Tours can be conducted in French and English.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château la Croix de Louis vineyard extends over 9 hectares. The soils are clay-sandy, characteristic of the foot of the slopes. The vines have an average age of 30 years. The grape varieties are predominantly Merlot (60%) and Cabernet Franc (35%), with Cabernet Sauvignon also grown on the property.
Flagship cuvées
The estate produces a still red wine. A special selection cuvée is also crafted, benefiting from ageing in oak barrels for one year.
- Appellations
- Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux, Bordeaux
- Commune
- Castillon-la-Bataille
- Wine region
- Les Vins de Côtes
- Owner
- Francine PALLARO
- Surface area
- 9 ha
- Second wine
- Cuvée sélection
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 60%, Cabernet Franc 35%, Cabernet Sauvignon
Practical information
- Address
- 21 Route De Villefranche, 33350 CASTILLON LA BATAILLE
- Phone
- 05 57 40 13 93
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Toute l'année
- Visits
- Oui