Château la Naude
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Château La Naude is a 6-hectare winegrowing estate in Bordeaux Supérieur, managed by Guillaume Bergeon using sustainable viticulture (HVE 2020). Set on clay, sandy, and gravelly soils, the vineyard blends Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.
Identity
Château La Naude is a winegrowing estate owned by Guillaume Bergeon. As Ernestine's great-grandson, he has proudly taken up the family mantle.
History and Philosophy
Château La Naude is steeped in family tradition. The estate was awarded Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification in 2020, reflecting a deep commitment to sustainable viticulture.
The Appellations
The estate produces wines under the Bordeaux Supérieur appellation.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who owns Château La Naude?
- Château La Naude is owned by Guillaume Bergeon. Continuing the family lineage as the great-grandson of Ernestine, he has taken over management of the winegrowing estate, upholding the cherished traditions of the property.
- What is the main appellation of Château La Naude wines?
- The wines produced by Château La Naude are primarily crafted under the Bordeaux Supérieur appellation. This appellation guarantees the provenance and specific quality standards of the estate's wines, in accordance with regional production regulations.
- What environmental certification does Château La Naude hold?
- Château La Naude achieved Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification in 2020. This accreditation recognises the estate's dedication to environmentally friendly viticulture, promoting biodiversity and the sustainable management of natural resources across the property.
- Which grape varieties are used for Château La Naude red wines?
- The red wines of Château La Naude are crafted from a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot. This classic Bordeaux blend imparts delightful aromas of red berries, vanilla, and subtle oak notes to the wines.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The Château La Naude vineyard covers an area of 6 hectares. The soils are predominantly clay, sandy, and gravelly, with several parcels displaying clay-silt characteristics. The average vine age is 30 years, planted at a density of around 4,000 vines per hectare. The grape varieties planted are Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.
Flagship Cuvées
Château La Naude offers a red wine, the Château La Naude Bordeaux Supérieur Rouge. This cuvée is crafted from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (70%) and Merlot (30%). Aged in oak, it displays a ruby hue and aromas of red fruit and vanilla, complemented by delicate toasty notes. The structure reveals fine, elegant tannins, giving the wine good ageing potential.
Vinification and Ageing
Vinification at Château La Naude combines traditional and modern techniques. The red wines are aged in oak.
- Appellation
- Bordeaux Supérieur
- Wine region
- Bordeaux & Bordeaux Supérieur
- Owner
- Guillaume Bergeon
- Technical direction
- Guillaume Bergeon
- Surface area
- 6 ha
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Cabernet Sauvignon 70%, Merlot 30%
Practical information
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