Château La Grâce Fonrazade
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Château La Grâce Fonrazade, located in Saint-Émilion, is owned by the Bon family. Committed to organic viticulture and HVE-certified, the estate produces wines in the Saint-Émilion and Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellations, crafted predominantly from Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Identity
Château La Grâce Fonrazade is a winegrowing estate located in Saint-Émilion, in the Gironde department. It is owned by the Bon family, following its acquisition in 2012 by François-Thomas Bon and his partner.
History and philosophy
Founded over a century ago, Château La Grâce Fonrazade was acquired in 2012 by François-Thomas Bon and his partner. The estate is dedicated to environmentally friendly viticulture, boasting Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) and organic farming certifications, alongside an ongoing conversion process to organic viticulture. In 2018, Bénédicte and François-Thomas reimagined Château Argemonia.
Appellations
The estate's wines are produced under the Saint-Émilion and Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellations.
Winemaking and ageing
For the 2016 vintage of Château La Grâce Fonrazade, ageing took place in oak barrels for twenty-two months. For the 2015 vintage, ageing lasted twenty months. Annual production stands at around 10,000 bottles.
Practical information
The estate offers tastings and guided tours. Tastings are available from Monday to Saturday, from 10:00 to 12:00 and from 14:00 to 18:00, priced at €8 per adult. Advance booking by telephone or via the online form is recommended. Château La Grâce Fonrazade also offers gîte accommodation.
Address: 4, rte de Jaquemeau, 33330 Saint-Émilion
Telephone: +33 6 70 02 81 67
Email: persevero@lagracefonrazade.com
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Frequently asked questions
- Who are the current owners of Château La Grâce Fonrazade?
- Château La Grâce Fonrazade is owned by the Bon family. The estate was acquired in 2012 by François-Thomas Bon and his partner. They are actively committed to managing and developing the vineyard, carrying forward the heritage of this winegrowing property in the Saint-Émilion region. This acquisition marked a new chapter in the estate's history.
- What environmental certifications does Château La Grâce Fonrazade hold?
- Château La Grâce Fonrazade is committed to environmentally friendly viticulture, as evidenced by its certifications. The estate is certified Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) and organic. An ongoing organic conversion process is also underway, highlighting the property's continuous dedication to sustainable and eco-friendly winegrowing practices.
- What type of soil makes up the terroir of the La Grâce Fonrazade vineyard?
- The vineyard of Château La Grâce Fonrazade is situated on a terroir composed primarily of clay-limestone soils. It also features parcels characterised by gravelly or sandy soils. This diversity of soils shapes the distinctive profile of the estate's wines, influencing vine growth and the aromatic complexity of the cultivated grape varieties, which include Merlot noir, Cabernet franc and Cabernet sauvignon.
- Which grape varieties are used to produce the wines of Château La Grâce Fonrazade?
- The wines of Château La Grâce Fonrazade are produced from three main grape varieties. Merlot noir is predominantly used, complemented by Cabernet franc and Cabernet sauvignon. This classic Saint-Émilion blend yields wines that faithfully reflect the estate's clay-limestone and sandy terroir, contributing to the richness and diversity of its range.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard of Château La Grâce Fonrazade is characterised by clay-limestone and gravelly or sandy soils. The grape varieties grown include Merlot noir, Cabernet franc and Cabernet sauvignon.
Signature cuvées
Château La Grâce Fonrazade produces several cuvées. The first wine of Château La Grâce Fonrazade is crafted from a blend of 88% Merlot noir, 3% Cabernet franc and 9% Cabernet sauvignon. The estate also offers the PERSEVERO cuvée. Château Argemonia is another of the estate's cuvées, made under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.
- Appellations
- Saint-Émilion, Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
- Commune
- Saint-Émilion
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- famille Bon
- Certifications
- Bio, HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot noir, Cabernet franc, Cabernet sauvignon
Practical information
- Address
- 4, rte de Jaquemeau, 33330 Saint-Émilion
- Phone
- +33670028167
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- du lundi au samedi de 10h à 12h et de 14h à 18h