Château la Rose des Tuileries
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Château la Rose des Tuileries is a 6.5-hectare winegrowing estate in Néac, within Lalande de Pomerol. Taken over in 1994 by Sophie and Jérôme Couecou, it cultivates Merlot (90%) and Cabernet Franc (10%) on clay-gravel and sandy soils.
Identity
Château la Rose des Tuileries is owned by Sophie and Jérôme Couecou. The estate is located in the commune of Néac, in Gironde.
History and philosophy
The recent history of Château la Rose des Tuileries is defined by the takeover and restructuring of the estate in 1994 by its current owners. Since then, they have been dedicated to developing the vineyard and its wines.
Appellations
The estate produces wines under the Lalande de Pomerol appellation.
Practical information
Château la Rose des Tuileries is located at Lieu dit Petit Goujon Est, 33500 Néac. For any inquiries, the estate can be contacted on +33557513025 or by email at jerome.couecou61@orange.fr.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château la Rose des Tuileries located?
- Château la Rose des Tuileries is located in the commune of Néac, in Gironde, at the heart of the Lalande de Pomerol wine region. Its parcels extend across the communes of Néac and Lalande de Pomerol.
- What is the main appellation of Château la Rose des Tuileries wines?
- Château la Rose des Tuileries primarily produces wines under the Lalande de Pomerol Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée.
- What is the vineyard's surface area and which grape varieties are grown?
- The vineyard of Château la Rose des Tuileries spans 6.5 hectares. The grape varieties consist of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc, with vines having an average age of 25 years.
- What are the characteristics of Château la Rose des Tuileries' terroir?
- The terroir of Château la Rose des Tuileries is characterised by soils composed of clay, gravel, and sand. These diverse components contribute to the complexity of the estate's wines.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard of Château la Rose des Tuileries covers an area of 6.5 hectares. The vines, with an average age of 25 years, are planted on clay-gravel and sandy soils. The grape varieties are predominantly Merlot (90%), complemented by Cabernet Franc (10%). The plots are situated across the communes of Néac and Lalande de Pomerol.
Flagship cuvées
Château la Rose des Tuileries crafts a red wine that reflects its terroir. It generally displays a balanced structure alongside aromas characteristic of its grape varieties and appellation.
Vinification and ageing
Harvesting is carried out by hand, with manual grape sorting. Vinification takes place in temperature-controlled concrete vats. Maceration lasts between 20 and 28 days, and plot-by-plot vinification is practised, keeping batches separate until blending. Ageing takes place in barrels.
- Appellation
- Lalande-de-Pomerol
- Commune
- Néac-Lalande de Pomerol
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- Sophie et Jérôme Couecou
- Surface area
- 6.5 ha
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 90%, Cabernet Franc 10%
Practical information
- Address
- Château La Rose des Tuileries, 33500 Néac - Lalande de Pomerol
- Phone
- +33557513025
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- Contact the estate