Château Labrousse
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Located in St Martin Lacaussade, Château Labrousse is a family-run estate in the Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. Committed to an HVE approach and ISO 14001-certified, it cultivates 60 hectares of vines along the Gironde Estuary.
Identity
Château Labrousse is located in St Martin Lacaussade in Gironde. It is owned by Jacques and Sabrina Chardat.
History and philosophy
The planting of vines at Château Labrousse dates back to the 19th century. The estate is dedicated to an environmental approach, belonging to the ISO 14001-certified association for the Environmental Management System (EMS) of Bordeaux Wine. It was awarded Level 3 Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification in 2017.
The appellations
Château Labrousse produces wines under the Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux appellation.
Practical information
Château Labrousse is located at 604 Route de Labrousse, 33390 St Martin Lacaussade. Visits and tastings are by appointment only. You can contact the estate by telephone on 05 57 32 51 61 or 06 33 61 36 52.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who owns Château Labrousse and where is it located?
- Château Labrousse is owned by Jacques and Sabrina Chardat. It is situated in Saint-Martin-Lacaussade, a commune in the Gironde department in France. The estate lies directly along the Gironde Estuary, a setting that shapes its terroirs and winegrowing practices.
- What environmental certifications does Château Labrousse hold, and what practices are implemented?
- Château Labrousse achieved Level 3 Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification in 2017. It is also actively committed to environmental management through its membership in an ISO 14001-certified association for the Environmental Management System of Bordeaux Wine. These commitments translate into the elimination of herbicides, the planting of more than a kilometre of hedgerows, the installation of a beehive, the sowing of legume cover crops, and regular soil cultivation to support biodiversity and vineyard vitality.
- What styles of wine does Château Labrousse produce and under which appellations?
- Château Labrousse produces still red and white wines, primarily under the Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. Grape varieties include Merlot and Sémillon, among others. The estate notably produces a red cuvée, Château Labrousse Grande Cuvée, made primarily from Merlot, and a cuvée named Château Haut Labrousse which can feature a majority of Cabernet varieties. The wines are aged in vats and designed to be enjoyed young, although they also have the potential to cellar for several years.
- How does the terroir of Château Labrousse influence the vines?
- Château Labrousse's 60-hectare vineyard benefits from terroirs set along the Gironde Estuary. This proximity to the estuary tempers the local microclimate and shapes soil characteristics, contributing directly to the typicity of the wines. The estate cultivates Sémillon on select plots, a grape variety well-suited to this terroir. Viticultural practices, such as eliminating herbicides and working the soils, are carefully adapted to these specific conditions.
The vineyard (terroir)
Château Labrousse's vineyard extends over 60 hectares. The soils are defined by terroirs situated along the Gironde Estuary. To encourage biodiversity, the estate has planted over a kilometre of hedgerows, comprising around 1,000 maple, dogwood, and blackthorn shrubs. A beehive housing an active colony has also been introduced. Vineyard practices include the cessation of chemical herbicides, sowing legumes, and a strong focus on soil tillage. Cultivated grape varieties include Sémillon, notably on newly planted parcels.
Flagship cuvées
Château Labrousse offers still red and white wines. The red cuvée Château Labrousse Grande Cuvée, crafted predominantly from Merlot, displays an aromatic profile evoking pepper and blackcurrant, with subtle floral notes of violet on the finish. The wines are characterised by well-integrated tannins and a juicy, balanced palate. Another cuvée, Château Haut Labrousse, is also produced and may incorporate a majority of Cabernet varieties. These wines are crafted to be enjoyed in their youth, while also offering ageing potential for a few years. They are generally unoaked.
Vinification and ageing
The wines of Château Labrousse are aged in vats.
- Appellations
- Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux, Côtes de Bordeaux
- Commune
- Saint-Martin-Lacaussade
- Wine region
- Les Vins de Côtes
- Owner
- Jacques et Sabrina Chardat
- Surface area
- 60 ha
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot, Sémillon
Estate news
23 August 2026
La Foire aux vins 2026 chez Carrefour - Frigoandco.com
Carrefour s'apprête à lancer sa Foire aux vins 2026, dont l'offre a été renouvelée à 50% et sélectionnée en collaboration avec "La Revue du Vin de France". Les vins rouges représenteront 52% de la sélection, suivis par les blancs (29%), les effervescents (11,5%) et les rosés (7,5%). Les dates de lancement varient selon les canaux : du 8 septembre au 25 octobre 2026 en ligne sur Carrefour Ma Cave, du 22 septembre au 4 octobre 2026 pour les Carrefour City/Contact/Express/Montagne, du 22 septembre au 5 octobre 2026 pour les Hypermarchés Carrefour, et du 1er octobre au 18 octobre 2026 pour les supermarchés Carrefour Market. L'enseigne proposera environ 150 références dans les hypermarchés et supermarchés, et 53 dans les magasins de proximité. L'article met en avant plusieurs exclusivités, notamment pour la région de Bordeaux : le Château Hautes Terres, Reflets De France 2024, un vin frais et fruité à base de Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc et Malbec, proposé à 4€65 avec une réduction sur la deuxième bouteille. Le Blaye Côtes-de-bordeaux – Château Labrousse, Reflets De France 2023, composé de Merlot et Cabernet Sauvignon, est également présenté à 6€95 avec une offre similaire. Enfin, le Graves De Vayres Château Barre Gentillot, Vieilles Vignes 2023, assemblage de Merlot et Cabernet Franc, sera disponible à 8€50 avec une remise immédiate de 15%. D'autres sélections provenant du Languedoc Roussillon, de la Vallée du Rhône, de Bourgogne, du Val de Loire et du Chili sont également détaillées dans l'article.
Read the source — frigoandco.comPractical information
- Address
- 604 Route de Labrousse, 33390 St Martin Lacaussade
- Phone
- 05 57 32 51 61
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Sur rdv uniquement, visite ou dégustation