Château la Croix Taillefer
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Château La Croix Taillefer, owned by the Famille Rivière in Pomerol, is a certified organic winegrowing estate since 2003. Its 3.5-hectare vineyard, characterised by iron-rich crasse de fer soils, produces red wines under the Pomerol and Lalande de Pomerol appellations.
Identity
Château La Croix Taillefer is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Pomerol. It is owned by the Famille Rivière.
History and Philosophy
The estate, formerly known as Château la Loubière, was acquired by the Famille Rivière in 1977. The origin of the name "La Croix Taillefer" refers to the discovery in the vineyards of a boundary stone dating back to 1090, which marked the territory of the commandery of the Knights Hospitaller of Saint John of Jerusalem.
Château La Croix Taillefer began its conversion to organic farming in 2003 and is certified by Ecocert.
The Appellations
The estate's wines are produced under the Pomerol appellation. The estate also produces wines under the Lalande de Pomerol appellation.
Practical Information
The estate is located at 32, Lieu-dit Marchesseau, 33500 Pomerol. You can contact Château La Croix Taillefer by telephone on 05 57 25 08 65 or by email at la.croix.taillefer@wanadoo.fr. The estate does not offer accommodation nor direct cellar door sales.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the history and origin of the name of Château La Croix Taillefer?
- Château La Croix Taillefer, formerly known as Château la Loubière, was acquired by the Famille Rivière in 1977. Its current name refers to the discovery of a boundary marker dating from 1090 in the vineyards, which originally demarcated the land of the Knights Hospitaller of Saint John of Jerusalem. The estate began its conversion to organic viticulture in 2003 and is certified by Ecocert.
- What are the characteristics of the vineyard and grape varieties at Château La Croix Taillefer?
- The vineyard of Château La Croix Taillefer covers an area of 3.5 hectares. The soils are distinctive, marked by the presence of crasses de fer. The harvest is carried out by hand to preserve grape quality. The estate's grape varieties feature Cabernet franc as the primary variety, while Merlot is also cultivated across a 5.5-hectare plot, contributing to the diversity and depth of the wines produced.
- Under which appellations are the wines of Château La Croix Taillefer produced?
- The wines of Château La Croix Taillefer are primarily produced under the Pomerol appellation. Alongside this principal appellation, the estate also crafts wines under the Lalande de Pomerol appellation. The cuvées are exclusively red wines, exemplified by the signature cuvée Château La Croix Taillefer Romulus.
- What are the details regarding vinification and ageing at Château La Croix Taillefer?
- At Château La Croix Taillefer, vinification techniques incorporate temperature-controlled fermentation for precise management throughout the process. Ageing takes place in new oak barrels, contributing to the development and complexity of the wines. The estate's average annual production is approximately 25,000 bottles.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The vineyard spans an area of 3.5 hectares. The estate's soils are characterised by the presence of crasses de fer (iron pan). The harvest is carried out entirely by hand.
The grape varieties planted include Cabernet franc as the main variety, alongside 5.5 hectares planted with Merlot.
Flagship Cuvées
Château La Croix Taillefer produces red wines. Among its cuvées is Château La Croix Taillefer Romulus.
Vinification and Ageing
Vinification techniques include temperature control. The ageing of the wines is carried out in new oak barrels. On average, annual production amounts to 25,000 bottles.
- Appellations
- Pomerol, Lalande-de-Pomerol
- Commune
- Pomerol
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- Famille Rivière
- Surface area
- 3.5 ha
- Certifications
- Bio
- Grape varieties
- Cabernet franc, Merlot
Practical information
- Address
- 32, Lieu-dit Marchesseau, 33500 Pomerol
- Phone
- +33557512635