Château le Coteau
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Château le Coteau is a family-owned winegrowing estate in the Margaux AOC, certified HVE and managed by Christel and Eric Leglise. It is distinguished by its agroecological practices and barrel ageing.
Identity
Château le Coteau is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Arsac, in the Gironde département. It is owned by Christel Coupat Leglise and Eric Leglise, with the latter also overseeing the winemaking.
History and philosophy
The estate is a family property. Eric Leglise took over the management in 1993. Château le Coteau is committed to environmentally friendly viticultural practices, adopting agroecological methods. These notably include the use of mating disruption, maintaining native plant cover, applying compost, vine shoot crushing, preserving ecosystems, late mowing and shallow tillage. The estate is certified Haute Valeur Environnementale.
Appellations
Château le Coteau produces wines under the Margaux Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée.
Practical information
Château le Coteau is located at 515 Avenue Jl Vonderheyden, 33460 ARSAC.
Telephone: 05 56 58 82 30
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Frequently asked questions
- Who owns Château le Coteau?
- Château le Coteau is owned by Christel Coupat Leglise and Eric Leglise. Eric Leglise is also in charge of winemaking at the estate. He took over the helm of this family-run property in 1993, carrying forward its winegrowing heritage.
- Where is Château le Coteau located and under which appellation does it produce its wines?
- Château le Coteau is located in the commune of Arsac, in the Gironde département, at 515 Avenue Jl Vonderheyden, 33460 ARSAC. The wines produced by the estate are exclusively under the Margaux Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée, a prestigious appellation in the Bordeaux vineyard.
- What environmental certifications does Château le Coteau hold?
- Château le Coteau is certified Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE). This commitment is demonstrated through the adoption of environmentally respectful agroecological practices. These methods include mating disruption, maintaining native plant cover, applying compost, vine shoot crushing, ecosystem conservation, late mowing and shallow tillage.
- How are vinification and ageing carried out at Château le Coteau?
- Vinification at Château le Coteau is carried out in 13 stainless steel vats. Fermentation generally lasts 8 to 10 days, with a maximum temperature of 28°C, followed by maceration for approximately ten days. Ageing takes place in French oak barrels for 12 to 16 months, using one-third new oak. Rackings take place every three months, and fining, if necessary, is performed with egg whites in vats.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château le Coteau vineyard is situated in the Margaux appellation. Farming practices aim to promote biodiversity, with nearly 200 different species recorded across the estate.
Flagship cuvées
The estate's main cuvée is Château le Coteau, a red wine from the Margaux AOC. This wine is crafted with a dominance of Cabernet Sauvignon and is characterised by barrel ageing.
Vinification and ageing
At Château le Coteau, vinification takes place in 13 stainless steel vats. Fermentation lasts an average of 8 to 10 days, with temperatures kept below 28°C. This is followed by a maceration period of around ten days. The wines are then aged in French oak barrels for 12 to 16 months, with one-third new wood. Rackings are carried out every three months, and fining, if required, is done with egg whites in vats.
- Appellation
- Margaux
- Commune
- Arsac
- Wine region
- Médoc
- Owner
- Christel Coupat Leglise, Eric Leglise
- Technical direction
- Eric Leglise
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Cabernet Sauvignon
Practical information
- Address
- 515 Avenue Jl Vonderheyden, 33460 ARSAC
- Phone
- +33614838556
- Contact form
- Contact the estate