Château les Cruzelles
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Château Les Cruzelles, located in Pomerol, is a 10-hectare winegrowing estate producing red wines in Lalande de Pomerol. Owned by Marie Durantou Reilhac, it is committed to environmentally friendly viticulture relying on organic fertilisation.
Identity
Château Les Cruzelles is located in the commune of Pomerol, in Gironde. It is owned by Marie Durantou Reilhac, with Denis Durantou overseeing the winemaking.
History and Philosophy
The estate's philosophy is to produce the highest quality fruit possible while respecting the environment, notably through organic fertilisation.
The Appellations
The estate's plots produce wines under the Lalande de Pomerol appellation.
Practical Information
Château Les Cruzelles is located at 10 Catusseau, 33500 Pomerol. Visits to the estate are available by appointment. For any enquiries, the estate can be contacted by telephone on 05 57 25 96 59 or by email at mariereilhacdurantou@gmail.com. The estate does not offer direct cellar-door sales.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Les Cruzelles located and who owns it?
- Château Les Cruzelles is located in the commune of Pomerol, in the Gironde department. The property is owned by Marie Durantou Reilhac, while Denis Durantou manages winemaking operations. The estate is dedicated to producing high-quality wines in line with an environmentally friendly philosophy, notably through the use of organic fertilisers.
- What is the surface area of the vineyard and which grape varieties are grown there?
- The Château Les Cruzelles vineyard covers a total area of 10 hectares. The grape varieties are predominantly Merlot, making up 60% of plantings, complemented by 40% Cabernet Franc. Viticultural practices on the estate follow a sustainable approach (lutte raisonnée), designed to preserve the natural balance of both soil and vines.
- Under which appellation are Château Les Cruzelles wines produced?
- The wines crafted by Château Les Cruzelles are exclusively produced under the Lalande de Pomerol appellation. The estate is renowned for its red wines, characterised by rigorous plot-by-plot work and minimal intervention during vinification and ageing. This method preserves the authentic expression of the terroir.
- Is it possible to visit Château Les Cruzelles and purchase wine on site?
- It is possible to arrange a visit to Château Les Cruzelles, located at 10 Catusseau, 33500 Pomerol, strictly by prior appointment. To do so, you may contact the estate by telephone on 05 57 25 96 59 or by email at mariereilhacdurantou@gmail.com. Please note that the estate does not offer direct cellar-door sales.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The Château Les Cruzelles vineyard covers an area of 10 hectares. It is planted with Merlot (60%) and Cabernet Franc (40%). Viticultural practices follow a sustainable approach (lutte raisonnée).
Flagship Cuvées
Château Les Cruzelles produces red wines. These wines are crafted with a plot-by-plot selection and a low-intervention approach in the cellar.
Vinification and Ageing
Cellar practices are characterised by plot-by-plot vinification and a low-intervention philosophy.
- Appellation
- Lalande-de-Pomerol
- Commune
- Pomerol
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Classification
- Lalande-de-Pomerol
- Owner
- DURANTOU REILHAC Marie
- Technical direction
- Denis Durantou
- Surface area
- 10 ha
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 60%, Cabernet franc 40%
Practical information
- Address
- 10 Catusseau, 33500 POMEROL
- Phone
- 05 57 25 96 59
- Visits
- Oui sur rendez-vous