Château Martet
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Château Martet is a 33-hectare winegrowing estate located in Eynesse, in the Gironde. It produces red and white wines under the Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux appellation and holds HVE certification.
Identity
Château Martet is located in Eynesse, in the Gironde. It is owned by the Famille de Coninck and managed by Nina Mitjavile.
History and philosophy
The estate is dedicated to environmentally friendly practices, as evidenced by its HVE (Haute Valeur Environnementale) certification.
Appellations
Château Martet produces wines under the Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux appellation.
Practical information
Château Martet is located at 376, route de Martet, 33220 Eynesse. The estate can be reached by phone at 05 57 41 00 49 or by email at chai.martet@gmail.com. Cellar door sales are available, as well as mail order. Tours and tastings are by appointment only, last approximately one hour, and include a tour of the estate. The tasting room/cellar is open from 10 am to 6 pm.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Martet located and who owns it?
- Château Martet is located in the commune of Eynesse, in the Gironde. It is owned by the Famille de Coninck. The estate is managed by Nina Mitjavile. Covering an area of 33 hectares, it is distinguished by its environmental commitment, certified by Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE).
- What types of wine does Château Martet produce and from which grape varieties?
- Château Martet crafts wines under the Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux and Bordeaux appellations. For red wines, the grape variety breakdown is predominantly Merlot (90%) complemented by Cabernet Franc (10%). The white wines come from a blend of Sémillon (50%), Sauvignon Gris (25%), Sauvignon Blanc (20%), and Muscadelle (5%). The vineyard has an average age of 35 years.
- What are the flagship cuvées of Château Martet?
- Château Martet offers several distinct cuvées. These include the red cuvée "Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux Réserve de Famille", another red cuvée called "Sainte-Foy Bordeaux Les Hauts de Martet", and a white cuvée named "Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux Vignes de Compostelle". The "Réserve de Famille" cuvée undergoes dedicated ageing in concrete vats.
- Is it possible to visit Château Martet and buy wine on-site?
- Yes, it is possible to visit Château Martet and enjoy tastings, strictly by prior appointment. A visit lasts approximately one hour and includes a tour of the estate. The cellar is open from 10 am to 6 pm for purchases. Cellar door sales are available, as is mail order.
The vineyard (terroir)
Château Martet's vineyard covers a total area of 33 hectares. Red grape varieties account for 28.4 hectares, while 4.6 hectares are dedicated to white varieties. The average age of the vines is 35 years. For red wines, the grape varieties consist of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. The white varieties comprise 50% Sémillon, 25% Sauvignon Gris, 20% Sauvignon Blanc, and 5% Muscadelle. The harvest is carried out mechanically.
Flagship cuvées
Among the wines produced, Château Martet offers the red cuvée "Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux Réserve de Famille". The estate also crafts the red cuvée "Sainte-Foy Bordeaux Les Hauts de Martet" and the white cuvée "Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux Vignes de Compostelle".
Vinification and ageing
The "Réserve de Famille" cuvée undergoes 14 months of ageing in concrete vats.
- Appellations
- Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux, Bordeaux
- Commune
- Eynesse
- Wine region
- Entre-deux-Mers
- Owner
- Famille de Coninck
- Technical direction
- Nina Mitjavile
- Surface area
- 33 ha
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 90%, Cabernet Franc 10%, Sémillon 50%, Sauvignon Gris 25%, Sauvignon Blanc 20%, Muscadelle 5%
Practical information
- Address
- 376, route de Martet, 33220 Eynesse
- Phone
- 05 57 41 00 49
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- 10h à 18h
- Visits
- Oui sur rendez-vous