Château Lescaneaut
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Located in Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux, Château Lescaneaut spans 6.50 ha farmed organically (certified in 2012) and biodynamically (since 2021). Its clay-limestone and gravel terroir is planted with Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Identity
Château Lescaneaut is a winegrowing estate located in the Bordeaux region.
History and Philosophy
Château Lescaneaut is committed to environmentally friendly practices, having begun its conversion to organic viticulture in 2009. This transition led to official organic certification by Ecocert in 2012. Building upon this commitment, the estate turned to biodynamic practices in 2021, adopting a viticultural philosophy based on the lunar calendar and natural preparations to enhance soil and vine vitality. Vineyard management avoids synthetic chemical pesticides, favouring natural preventive treatments and organic matter for soil enrichment.
The Appellations
The wines of Château Lescaneaut are produced under the Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellation.
Winemaking and Ageing
Viticulture at Château Lescaneaut prioritises respect for both the vine and the soil. Vinification aims to preserve fruit typicity and the authentic expression of the terroir. Ageing methods are tailored to each cuvée to refine the tannins and enhance aromatic complexity.
Practical Information
For any enquiries or further information, Château Lescaneaut can be contacted via the details available on its website.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the main appellation of the wines from Château Lescaneaut?
- The wines produced by Château Lescaneaut are crafted primarily under the Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. This appellation designates wines from this specific part of the Bordeaux wine region, renowned for terroirs ideally suited to producing characterful red wines. The estate's entire production is dedicated to this appellation.
- Which grape varieties are used in Château Lescaneaut wines?
- The grape variety distribution at Château Lescaneaut is predominantly Merlot, representing 75% of the blend. It is complemented by 15% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. This combination yields wines displaying red and black fruit expressions, enhanced by spicy or oak notes depending on the ageing methods.
- What is Château Lescaneaut's approach to viticulture?
- Château Lescaneaut is committed to environmentally friendly viticulture, certified organic by Ecocert since 2012 following a conversion begun in 2009. The estate also embraced biodynamic farming in 2021, working alongside the lunar calendar and using natural preparations. This approach excludes chemical pesticides, favouring natural preventive treatments and organic amendments to enrich the soils.
- Describe the terroir of the Château Lescaneaut vineyard.
- The 6.5-hectare vineyard of Château Lescaneaut benefits from diverse terroirs. It features clay-limestone soils on the Castillon hillsides alongside gravelly soils on the plains, particularly across an area known as the « veine de Graves Lescaneaut ». The estate's soils have a low pH, which influences the style of the wines produced. This geological diversity contributes to the complexity and typicity of the wines.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The Château Lescaneaut vineyard covers an area of 6.50 hectares. It is characterised by diverse soils: clay-limestone on the hillsides and gravelly soils on the plains, particularly across an area known as the « veine de Graves Lescaneaut ». The soils have a low pH. The grape varieties are predominantly Merlot (75%), complemented by Cabernet Franc (15%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (10%). The vines are pruned in double Guyot. Soil management includes under-vine winter ploughing and grass cover in every second row during summer. Weeding is performed mechanically without the use of herbicides. Harvesting is sometimes carried out mechanically.
Flagship Cuvées
Château Lescaneaut wines are crafted primarily from Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. They reflect their terroir with an expression of red and black fruit, often accompanied by spicy or toasty oak notes depending on the ageing process. The structure on the palate is typically balanced, with present yet integrated tannins offering lingering aromatic persistence.
- Appellation
- Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux
- Wine region
- Les Vins de Côtes
- Surface area
- 6.5 ha
- Certifications
- Bio, Biodynamie
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 75%, Cabernet Franc 15%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10%
Practical information
- Contact form
- Contact the estate