Château la Renommee
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Château la Renommée, in the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC, is committed to organic winegrowing. Located in Saint-Laurent-des-Combes, it produces wines crafted from Merlot and Cabernet Franc, aged in oak barrels.
Identity
Château la Renommée is a winegrowing estate located in Saint-Laurent-des-Combes, in the Gironde department. It is dedicated to organic viticulture practices.
History and philosophy
Château la Renommée operates in accordance with organic farming principles and holds European Organic Certification, demonstrating its commitment to environmentally friendly practices.
Appellations
Château la Renommée produces wines under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.
Practical information
Château la Renommée is located at 166 route du Mayne, 33330 Saint-Laurent-des-Combes. For any enquiries, the estate can be contacted by telephone on +33 (0)5 57 50 57 59 or by email at info@larenommee.fr.
The estate welcomes visitors by appointment throughout the year for cellar tours and tastings. Guided Segway tours are also available for groups of 6 or more. The estate offers complimentary tastings and direct sales at the property. Credit card payments are accepted. The estate provides disabled access (PMR) and holds the Accueil Vélo cycle-friendly label. Tours are available in English.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château la Renommée located and under which appellation does it produce its wines?
- Château la Renommée is located in the commune of Saint-Laurent-des-Combes, within the Gironde department. Its vineyards are situated in the heart of the Juridiction de Saint-Émilion. The estate's wines are produced under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation, renowned for terroirs ideally suited to crafting fine wines. The property is fully committed to organic viticulture.
- What are the characteristics of the terroir and grape varieties at Château la Renommée?
- The Château la Renommée vineyard extends over roughly ten hectares. The soils are characterised by a sandy-clay surface layer overlying a gravelly subsoil. The grape variety plantings are composed of 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc. The vines have an average age of 30 to 35 years, contributing to the depth and complexity of the wines produced.
- What is Château la Renommée's winegrowing philosophy?
- Château la Renommée is dedicated to organic winegrowing practices. It operates strictly according to the principles of Organic Agriculture and holds the European Organic Certification. This philosophy reflects its dedication to environmentally conscious methods aimed at preserving biodiversity and soil health across the vineyard.
- How are the wines of Château la Renommée aged, and what visitor facilities are available?
- The wines of Château la Renommée, notably the Château Maine Reynaud cuvée, are aged in fine-grained French oak barrels for 12 months. The estate is situated at 166 route du Mayne, 33330 Saint-Laurent-des-Combes. It welcomes visitors by appointment for tours and tastings, including guided Segway tours. Complimentary tastings and direct cellar-door sales are offered. The property features disabled access and holds the Accueil Vélo accreditation.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château la Renommée vineyard covers around ten hectares. The parcels are situated in the heart of the Juridiction de Saint-Émilion. The average age of the vines is between 30 and 35 years. For the Château Maine Reynaud cuvée, the soils feature a sandy-clay surface layer resting on a gravelly subsoil. The main grape varieties planted are Merlot (75%) and Cabernet Franc (25%).
Flagship cuvées
Château Maine Reynaud
Produced under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation, this cuvée comes from plots located on the Saint-Laurent-des-Combes plateau, specifically from the lieux-dits Le Maine and Reynaud. The blend comprises 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc. The wine undergoes 12 months of ageing in fine-grained French oak barrels. Average annual production ranges between 20,000 and 25,000 bottles.
Vinification and ageing
The wines of Château la Renommée are aged in fine-grained French oak barrels, lasting 12 months for the Château Maine Reynaud cuvée.
- Appellation
- Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
- Commune
- Saint-Laurent-des-Combes
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Surface area
- 10 ha
- Certifications
- Bio
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 75%, Cabernet Franc 25%
Practical information
- Address
- 166 route du Mayne, 33330 SAINT-LAURENT DES COMBES
- Phone
- +33557505759
- info@larenommee.fr
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Nous sommes ouverts toute l'année sur rendez-vous pour une visite des chais et une dégustation. Balades commentées en giropodes Segway à partir de 6 personnes.