Château le Jaugueret
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Château Le Jaugueret is a 7-hectare winegrowing estate in Saint Martial, certified organic since 2006. Handed down through generations of women, it produces wines under the Cadillac appellation on clay-limestone and gravel soils.
Identity
Château Le Jaugueret is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Saint Martial. It is owned by Marie-Annick Poutays, who took over management in 1992. Paul Poutays is also involved in running the estate.
History and philosophy
Historically, the property was dedicated to polyculture, combining the cultivation of fruit, tobacco, and vines. From 1960 onwards, the estate gradually transitioned towards viticultural monoculture. The history of Château Le Jaugueret is defined by a family heritage passed down through generations of women, across at least five generations. Committed to organic viticulture, the estate achieved organic farming certification in 2006.
Appellations
Château Le Jaugueret produces wines under the Cadillac appellation.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Le Jaugueret located and who is the current owner?
- Château Le Jaugueret is a winegrowing estate established in the commune of Saint-Martial. It is run by Marie-Annick Poutays, who took over management in 1992. Paul Poutays is also involved in running the estate. You can contact them on 05 56 61 96 79 or 06 40 28 86 58 for further information.
- What is the history and farming philosophy of Château Le Jaugueret?
- Historically dedicated to mixed farming, Château Le Jaugueret turned towards viticultural monoculture from 1960 onwards. The estate has been passed down from mother to daughter across at least five generations. The domain is dedicated to organic viticulture and has been certified organic since 2006, reflecting its environmental commitment.
- What are the characteristics of the Château Le Jaugueret vineyard?
- The Château Le Jaugueret vineyard covers a surface area of 7 hectares. The soils are predominantly composed of clay-limestone and gravel. The estate produces wines under the Cadillac appellation, including a white wine cuvée crafted from the Sémillon grape variety.
- Does Château Le Jaugueret welcome visitors and offer activities?
- Yes, Château Le Jaugueret welcomes visitors all day, seven days a week. Guided tours are offered to discover the principles of organic agriculture and, for children, a fun introduction to grape varieties and winemaking. The estate can host groups of up to ten people and welcomes motorhomes. Reception is in French.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard covers an area of 7 hectares. The estate's soils are characterised by a clay-limestone and gravelly composition.
Signature cuvées
The estate produces a white wine cuvée, Château Le Jaugueret, crafted from the Sémillon grape variety.
- Appellation
- Cadillac
- Commune
- Saint-Martial
- Wine region
- Entre-deux-Mers
- Owner
- Marie-Annick Poutays
- Surface area
- 7 ha
- Certifications
- Bio
- Grape varieties
- Sémillon
Practical information
- Address
- 4, le gris, 33490 Saint Martial
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Toute la journée, 7 jours sur 7
- Visits
- Découverte des principes de l'agriculture biologique.