Château la Galante
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Château la Galante, owned by Christophe Pinard in Beychac-et-Caillau, produces wines in the Bordeaux Supérieur and Bordeaux Rouge appellations. The estate practises sustainable viticulture (viticulture raisonnée) and welcomes visitors for tastings and direct sales by appointment.
Identity
Château la Galante is situated in the commune of Beychac-et-Caillau. The estate is owned by Christophe Pinard, who also acts as producer within the SC DU CHÂTEAU LA GALANTE.
History and philosophy
The estate was acquired by Christophe Pinard in 1991. Château la Galante practises sustainable viticulture (viticulture raisonnée), incorporating biological pest management strategies across the vineyard.
Appellations
Château la Galante produces wines under the Bordeaux Supérieur and Bordeaux Rouge appellations.
Practical information
Château la Galante is located at 2 Route de la Joncasse, 33750 Beychac-et-Caillau. Wine tastings and direct sales are available on-site. Visitors are advised to contact the estate in advance to arrange their visit. The estate can be reached by phone at 05.56.72.86.77 or by email at chateau.lagalante@orange.fr.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château la Galante located, and who owns it?
- Château la Galante is situated in the commune of Beychac-et-Caillau. The property is owned by Christophe Pinard, who also operates as producer within the SC DU CHÂTEAU LA GALANTE. The estate can be reached by telephone on 05.56.72.86.77 or by email at chateau.lagalante@orange.fr for any enquiries.
- What winegrowing philosophy is practised at Château la Galante?
- Château la Galante practises sustainable viticulture (viticulture raisonnée). This approach is characterised by implementing biological control methods throughout the vineyard. Some parcels within the vineyard are home to vines up to fifty years old.
- Which appellations and key cuvées are produced at Château la Galante?
- Château la Galante produces wines under the Bordeaux Supérieur and Bordeaux Rouge appellations. Flagship cuvées include “Le Grand Vin”, a red wine predominantly crafted from Merlot and aged in new oak barrels. Another notable cuvée is “Château Lande de Bertin - Bordeaux Rouge”, which is also a red wine.
- What grape varieties are used for the red wines, and what are the vinification and ageing methods?
- The grape variety used for the red wines of Château la Galante is 100% Merlot. Vinification follows traditional methods. Ageing takes place in new oak barrels for a period of one year for select cuvées, or more generally in casks for others. Wine tasting and direct cellar purchases are available on site by contacting the estate beforehand.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard includes parcels where some vines reach fifty years of age.
Flagship cuvées
The estate offers several cuvées, most notably “Le Grand Vin”, a red wine crafted from a Merlot blend. This wine is recognised for its style and ageing in new oak barrels. Another key bottling is “Château Lande de Bertin - Bordeaux Rouge”, also a red wine.
Vinification and ageing
Vinification of the red wines follows traditional methods. Ageing takes place in new oak barrels for up to a year for certain cuvées, or more generally in oak casks.
- Appellations
- Bordeaux, Bordeaux Supérieur
- Commune
- Beychac-et-Caillau
- Wine region
- Bordeaux & Bordeaux Supérieur
- Owner
- Christophe Pinard
- Second wine
- Château Lande de Bertin - Bordeaux Rouge
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 100%
Practical information
- Address
- 2 Route de la Joncasse, 33750 Beychac-et-Caillau
- Phone
- 05.56.72.86.77
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Possibilité de déguster et d’acheter du vin sur place. Il est préférable de nous contacter en amont, afin de vous assurer de notre présence.