Château Lafleur Gazin
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Château Lafleur Gazin, in the Pomerol AOC, has been owned by the Moueix family since 2021. Its 8.5-hectare vineyard, set on silt, gravel, and clay soils, is predominantly planted with Merlot. The red wines are aged in oak barrels. The estate is HVE-certified.
Identity
Château Lafleur Gazin is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Saint-Émilion. It has been owned by the Moueix family since 2021, although it was managed by Établissements Jean-Pierre Moueix as early as 1976. The technical team is led by oenologist Éric Murisasco and cellar master Laurent Descos.
History and Philosophy
The history of Château Lafleur Gazin is closely tied to the Moueix family, who managed the estate from 1976 before acquiring full ownership in 2021. The vineyard is managed using a traditional approach to wine production. The estate holds HVE (High Environmental Value) certification.
Appellations
Château Lafleur Gazin produces wines under the Pomerol Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée.
Flagship Wines
Château Lafleur-Gazin produces a single red wine. This wine is crafted predominantly from Merlot, complemented by Cabernet Franc. Ageing takes place in oak barrels. Wine guides consistently praise its style, which offers solid structure and good ageing potential.
Practical Information
Château Lafleur-Gazin is located in Saint-Émilion (33330). The estate can be contacted by telephone on 05 57 51 78 96 or by email at info@jpmoueix.com. The property is not open for visits, on-site tastings, or cellar-door direct sales. The estate does not offer dining, accommodation, or mail-order sales.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the main appellation of Château Lafleur Gazin?
- Château Lafleur Gazin produces its wines under the Pomerol Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée.
- Who owns Château Lafleur Gazin?
- Château Lafleur Gazin has been owned by the Moueix family since 2021, following its management by Établissements Jean-Pierre Moueix starting in 1976.
- What is the size and terroir of the Château Lafleur Gazin vineyard?
- The vineyard covers 8.5 hectares, planted on soils composed of silt, gravel, and clay. The average age of the vines is 30 years.
- What are the main grape varieties grown at Château Lafleur Gazin?
- The grape varieties at Château Lafleur Gazin are predominantly Merlot, complemented by Cabernet Franc.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The Château Lafleur Gazin vineyard covers an area of approximately 8.5 to 8.6 hectares. The vines, with an average age of 30 years, are planted on soils composed of silt, gravel, and clay. Planting density stands at 6,000 vines per hectare. The grape varieties are dominated by Merlot (around 80% to 100% depending on the source and vintage), complemented by Cabernet Franc (around 2% to 20% depending on the source and vintage). Viticulture is conducted traditionally, incorporating practices such as ploughing, leaf-thinning, green harvesting, and crop-thinning. Harvesting is carried out by hand.
Vinification and Ageing
Vinification follows a traditional approach focused on gentle extraction. Ageing in oak barrels contributes to the wine's complexity and cellaring potential.
- Appellation
- Pomerol
- Commune
- Saint-Émilion
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- la famille
- Technical direction
- Éric Murisasco
- Surface area
- 8.5 ha
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 80%, Cabernet Franc 20%
Practical information
- Address
- Château Lafleur-Gazin, 33330 Saint-Emilion
- Phone
- 05 57 51 78 96
- info@jpmoueix.com
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Pas de visite