Château la Plantonne
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Profile of Château la Plantonne, an 11-hectare winegrowing estate in Côtes de Bourg. Red wines crafted using sustainable viticulture, featuring a grape variety blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Malbec.
Identity
Château la Plantonne is located in the commune of Bourg, in the Gironde department. The estate's registered company name is SCEA CHATEAU LA PLANTONNE.
History and philosophy
Château la Plantonne practices sustainable viticulture. This approach is reflected in vineyard management techniques such as double Guyot pruning, bud rubbing, qualitative de-suckering, and manual leaf removal.
Appellations
The wines of Château la Plantonne are produced under the Côtes de Bourg appellation.
Signature wines
Château la Plantonne produces red wines. The flagship cuvée, Château La Plantonne, delivers an aromatic profile centred on fresh fruit. Unoaked, the wine is described as silky on the palate and made for everyday enjoyment. Its blend includes Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Cabernet Sauvignon, led by Merlot (60%), Cabernet Sauvignon (20%), and Cabernet Franc (20%). Another red cuvée produced is Château Marquis de Saint André.
Winemaking and ageing
The grapes are brought to the cellar and vinified in concrete vats. The winemaking process is meticulous and careful, designed to express pure, fresh fruit and the unique character of each grape variety. Ageing takes place in vats, while certain cuvées benefit from a combination of vat and oak barrel ageing.
Practical information
The postal address of Château la Plantonne is located in Bourg, postal code 33710. For all enquiries, the estate can be contacted by telephone on +33 (0)5 57 68 27 98 or by email at liangyu@chateaulaplantonne.com. Estate visits are available by appointment.
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Official estate websiteFrequently asked questions
- Which appellations are produced by Château la Plantonne?
- Château la Plantonne produces its wines exclusively under the Côtes de Bourg appellation. This appellation is the only one produced by this winegrowing estate located in the Bordeaux region, in the commune of Bourg.
- What is the viticultural philosophy of Château la Plantonne?
- Château la Plantonne adopts a sustainable viticulture approach (agriculture raisonnée). This is demonstrated through specific canopy management and vineyard practices, such as double Guyot pruning, bud rubbing, qualitative de-suckering, and hand leaf removal, with the goal of farming thoughtfully and respectfully of the environment.
- What grape varieties are planted at Château la Plantonne?
- The vineyard at Château la Plantonne is planted with several red grape varieties. The plantings are predominantly Merlot at 60%, complemented by 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Cabernet Franc. Malbec is also used in the estate's blends. These vines are cultivated on clay-limestone and sandy-clay soils.
- How are the wines of Château la Plantonne vinified and aged?
- Vinification at Château la Plantonne takes place in concrete vats, with meticulous attention given to every stage to preserve fresh fruit flavours and showcase each grape variety's character. Ageing takes place primarily in vats, though certain cuvées are aged in a combination of vats and oak barrels to further refine their qualities.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château la Plantonne vineyard spans 11 hectares. The soils consist of clay-limestone and sandy-clay. The grape varieties planted are Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Malbec.
- Appellation
- Côtes de Bourg
- Commune
- Bourg
- Wine region
- Les Vins de Côtes
- Surface area
- 11 ha
- Second wine
- Château Marquis de Saint André
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 60%, Cabernet Sauvignon 20%, Cabernet Franc 20%, Malbec
Practical information
- Address
- 33710 Bourg
- Phone
- 05 57 68 27 98
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- sur rendez-vous