Château les Hauts de Palette
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Château les Hauts de Palette is an HVE-certified family-owned winegrowing estate in the Graves and Cadillac-Côtes-de-Bordeaux AOCs. It produces red wines crafted from Merlot and Cabernets, aged in both vats and oak barrels.
Identity
Château les Hauts de Palette is a winegrowing estate owned and managed by the Yung family. Located in Béguey, in the Gironde department, the production company is registered as Charles Yung et Fils.
History and Philosophy
The Yung family has owned Château les Hauts de Palette since 1992, following eighteen years of farming the estate as tenant growers. This acquisition paved the way for the renovation and extension of the cellars, a major project completed in 2011. The estate's dedication to sustainable practices is officially recognized by its Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification.
The Appellations
Château les Hauts de Palette produces wines under several appellations, notably AOC Graves and the Cadillac-Côtes-de-Bordeaux appellation.
Winemaking and Ageing
Vinification at Château les Hauts de Palette incorporates ageing in both stainless steel vats and oak barrels. For select cuvées, such as Château D’As, maturation takes place over a twelve-month period in barriques. Oak barrel ageing is a defining hallmark of several of the estate's wines, with maturation periods lasting up to twelve months.
Practical Information
Château les Hauts de Palette is located at 4 bis, chemin de Palette, 33410 Béguey. The estate can be reached by telephone at +33 (0)5 56 62 94 85 and by email at h-d-p@wanadoo.fr. Opening hours are Monday to Friday, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. Cellar-door tastings and direct wine sales are available on site.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who owns Château les Hauts de Palette, and since when?
- Château les Hauts de Palette is owned by the Yung family, operating under the name Charles Yung et Fils. The family purchased the estate in 1992 after working the land as tenant growers for eighteen years. This acquisition marked a key milestone in the estate's evolution, accompanied by substantial investments in modernising its cellar infrastructure.
- What is the vineyard's surface area and which grape varieties are grown?
- The vineyard of Château les Hauts de Palette covers over 150 hectares. The plantings are predominantly composed of 50% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 10% Cabernet Franc. These grape varieties are ideally suited to the terroir of fine gravel over a clay-limestone subsoil, contributing to the distinct character and diversity of the wines produced.
- Under which appellations are the wines of Château les Hauts de Palette marketed?
- Château les Hauts de Palette crafts wines under several Appellations d'Origine Contrôlée, primarily AOC Graves and AOC Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux. The estate also produces wines under the generic Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. This diversity allows for a versatile range that showcases the nuances of their terroirs and blends.
- Is Château les Hauts de Palette committed to environmental sustainability?
- Yes, Château les Hauts de Palette is committed to sustainable viticulture, evidenced by its Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification. This standard guarantees the implementation of environmentally friendly farming methods aimed at preserving biodiversity, managing water resources sustainably, and reducing the use of plant protection products. This dedication to sustainability is a cornerstone of the estate's philosophy.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The vineyard at Château les Hauts de Palette spans more than 150 hectares. The terroir features fine gravel resting on a clay-limestone subsoil. The grape varieties planted include Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc. In blending certain cuvées, Merlot often takes pride of place—representing, for instance, 60% of the 2014 vintage or 50% in the Château D'As cuvée.
Flagship Cuvées
Among the estate's portfolio, the primary Château les Hauts de Palette cuvée is a red wine crafted from a blend of Merlot and Cabernets. This wine can be enjoyed in its youth or cellared for 4 to 5 years. Another flagship, Château D’As, is a Graves Rouge crafted from 50% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 10% Cabernet Franc. The estate also offers red wines that benefit from ageing in oak barrels.
- Appellations
- Graves, Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux, Côtes de Bordeaux
- Commune
- Béguey
- Wine region
- Graves & Sauternais
- Owner
- CHARLES YUNG ET FILS
- Technical direction
- Jean-Christophe Yung
- Surface area
- 150 ha
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 50%, Cabernet Sauvignon 40%, Cabernet Franc 10%
Practical information
- Address
- 4 bis, chemin de Palette, 33410 BEGUEY
- Phone
- 05 56 62 94 85
- h-d-p@wanadoo.fr
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Du lundi au vendredi de 9h00 à 18h00