Château la Mondette
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Located in Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux, Château La Mondette is a 6-hectare winegrowing estate certified organic since 2018. It produces red wines based on Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, as well as a small quantity of rosé.
Identity
Château La Mondette is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Les Salles-de-Castillon, in the Gironde département. The estate operates under the company name EARL Chateau La Mondette.
History and philosophy
Château La Mondette is committed to an environmentally friendly approach, having obtained organic certification in 2018. This philosophy guides all estate practices, from the vineyard to the cellar.
Appellations
The wines produced at Château La Mondette are crafted under the Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellation.
Practical information
Château La Mondette is located in Les Salles-de-Castillon (33350). Cellar visits and private tastings can be arranged by appointment. Contact details: telephone on 06.87.08.89.21 or 05.57.40.11.46, and email at chateau.lamondette@gmail.com.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the name of the winegrowing estate and where is it located?
- The wine estate is named Château La Mondette. It is located in the commune of Les Salles-de-Castillon, in the Gironde département. The estate is managed under the registered company name EARL Chateau La Mondette. This château is recognised for its commitment to organic viticulture, certified in 2018, reflecting an environmentally friendly philosophy from the vines to the cellar.
- What certifications does Château La Mondette hold and what is its philosophy?
- Château La Mondette has been certified organic since 2018. This certification reflects its commitment and philosophy centred on environmental respect. All practices at the estate, from vineyard management to vinification, are guided by this sustainable approach, actively contributing to the preservation of local biodiversity.
- What is the vineyard surface area and which grape varieties are grown?
- The vineyard of Château La Mondette covers 6 hectares. The main grape varieties grown on the estate are Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Alongside this vineyard area, the estate also includes 9 hectares of meadows and woodland, contributing to the ecological richness and biodiversity of the environment. Harvesting is carried out by hand.
- What are the appellations and main cuvées produced?
- The wines of Château La Mondette are produced under the Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. Key cuvées include "La Mondette", with blends that may vary depending on the vintage, and another cuvée also called Château La Mondette. The estate also offers a rosé wine, "Rosé La Mondette", made predominantly from Cabernet Sauvignon. Vinification takes place at the property, with barrel ageing for selected cuvées.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard of Château La Mondette spans an area of 6 hectares. The grape varieties grown are Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. In addition to the vineyard, the estate encompasses 9 hectares of meadows and woodland, fostering biodiversity in the surrounding environment. Harvesting is carried out by hand.
Flagship cuvées
Château La Mondette offers several wines, including the "La Mondette" cuvée. The 2022 vintage of this cuvée is a blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. Another cuvée, also named Château La Mondette, is crafted from 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 50% Merlot. The estate also produces a rosé wine, "Rosé La Mondette", made predominantly from Cabernet Sauvignon complemented by a small percentage of Merlot. Production of this rosé is limited to fewer than 1,000 bottles.
Vinification and ageing
The wines are vinified at the estate, with meticulous attention paid to fermentation temperatures. Extraction is carried out through manual punching down (pigeage). The Château La Mondette cuvée is aged for 16 months in French oak barrels. Low levels of sulfites are used for the La Mondette 2022 vintage.
- Appellation
- Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux
- Commune
- Les Salles-de-Castillon
- Wine region
- Les Vins de Côtes
- Surface area
- 6 ha
- Certifications
- Bio
- Grape varieties
- Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Practical information
- Address
- 33350 Les Salles-de-Castillon
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- visite du chai ou l’organisation de dégustations privées sur contact