Château Le Filh
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Château Le Filh, located in Haux, is a 6-hectare winegrowing estate currently in organic conversion. It produces red wines in Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux, dry whites, sweet Loupiac wines (Sémillon), as well as a Merlot rosé.
Identity
Château Le Filh is a winegrowing estate located in Haux, in the Gironde department. It is dedicated to crafting a diverse range of wines.
History and philosophy
The estate began its conversion to organic farming in September 2024, aiming to achieve certified organic status with its 2027 vintage.
Appellations
Château Le Filh produces red wines under the Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. The estate also crafts sweet wines in Loupiac and dry white Bordeaux.
Practical information
Château Le Filh welcomes visitors for tastings and visits.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Le Filh located?
- Château Le Filh is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Haux, in the Gironde department in France.
- Which appellations are produced by Château Le Filh?
- Château Le Filh produces red wines under the Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux appellation, as well as dry white Bordeaux and sweet Loupiac wines.
- What is the vineyard area of Château Le Filh?
- The Château Le Filh vineyard covers 6 hectares of vines. Cultivation is carried out entirely by hand, without the use of synthetic chemicals or weedkillers.
- What are the main grape varieties grown at Château Le Filh?
- For the red and rosé wines, the primary grape variety grown is Merlot. For the dry whites and sweet Loupiac wines, the estate uses Sémillon.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Le Filh vineyard spans 6 hectares of cultivated vines. The estate's owners pay constant attention to the soil and plant life, tending the vines entirely by hand. They strictly avoid synthetic chemicals and weedkillers.
Key cuvées
Château Le Filh Rouge
This wine is made from hand-harvested Merlot. It typically reveals aromas of ripe black fruit alongside spicy, vanilla notes. On the palate, it is often described as generous and silky, boasting a fine structure and an elegant, fresh finish. Certain vintages may offer a more sun-drenched character, marked by lovely richness and well-integrated tannins.
Château Le Filh Bordeaux Blanc Sec
This dry white wine is made from 100% Sémillon.
Château Le Filh Rosé
The estate’s rosé is a direct-press rosé made from Merlot, with grapes harvested by hand and transported in small crates for very gentle pressing. Crafted for freshness, it delivers a clean, focused palate and a crisp finish.
Château Le Filh Loupiac
This sweet wine is crafted from the Sémillon grape variety.
Vinification and ageing
Grapes for the rosé are hand-harvested and gently pressed. For the red wines, harvesting is likewise carried out entirely by hand. Precise details regarding ageing vessels and duration are not specified.
- Appellations
- Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux, Loupiac, Bordeaux
- Commune
- Haux
- Wine region
- Entre-deux-Mers
- Surface area
- 25 ha
- Certifications
- Conversion bio (depuis septembre 2024)
- Grape varieties
- Merlot, Sémillon
Practical information
- Address
- Haux
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- La porte est ouverte pour déguster, échanger et repartir avec quelques bouteilles.