Château Martinho
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Château Martinho, located in Lamarque in Listrac-Médoc, produces organic red wines since 2018. Founded in 2008, this 1.5-hectare estate is managed by Miguel Martinho Afonso. The wines are aged in oak casks.
Identity
Château Martinho is located in Lamarque, in the Gironde department. It is owned by Miguel Martinho Afonso.
History and philosophy
The estate was established in 2008, the year the vines were acquired by their current owner. Miguel Martinho Afonso founded his winegrowing business in 2001.
Château Martinho is dedicated to environmentally friendly practices, having converted to organic farming in 2018. That same year, the estate also opened a new cellar. The 2020 vintage achieved full organic certification.
Appellations
The wines of Château Martinho are produced under the Listrac-Médoc appellation.
Practical information
Château Martinho is situated at 13, route du Port, 33460 Lamarque. Visitors can contact the estate by phone on +33 5 56 58 95 81 or by email at contact@chateaumartinho.com. The estate offers on-site tastings and wine sales. A holiday gîte is also available on the property.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary appellation for the wines of Château Martinho?
- The wines of Château Martinho are primarily produced under the Listrac-Médoc appellation. This specific regional appellation guarantees the origin and distinct characteristics of wines crafted on this terroir. The estate is located in the commune of Listrac-Médoc, contributing to this renowned appellation.
- What is the size of the Château Martinho vineyard and its grape varieties?
- The Château Martinho vineyard covers 1.5 hectares and is farmed according to organic principles. Merlot is the predominant grape variety in the estate's vineyard plantings, accounting for 80% in the 2010 vintage, reflecting a strong focus on this variety in their wine production.
- What is the winegrowing philosophy at Château Martinho?
- Château Martinho is committed to environmentally sound practices, having initiated its conversion to organic farming in 2018. The 2020 vintage officially achieved organic certification. This approach reflects the commitment of owner Miguel Martinho Afonso to crafting wines in harmony with nature and the terroir.
- How are the wines of Château Martinho aged?
- The wines of Château Martinho undergo ageing in oak casks or barrels. This ageing method enhances maturation and complexity. For instance, the 2010 vintage was aged for twenty months in oak casks, while the 2014 vintage spent eighteen months in barrels, with ageing durations tailored to the unique characteristics of each vintage.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Martinho vineyard covers an area of 1.5 hectares. It is farmed according to organic viticulture principles (in conversion at the time of the latest available information). Merlot is the predominant grape variety across the plots, representing, for instance, 80% of the vineyard plantings for the 2010 vintage.
Flagship cuvées
Château Martinho produces still red wines. Merlot is often dominant in the blend, as was the case for the 2010 and 2013 vintages. Around 10,000 bottles were produced for the 2010 vintage.
Vinification and ageing
The wines of Château Martinho benefit from ageing in oak casks or barrels. For example, the 2010 vintage was aged for twenty months in oak casks, while the 2014 vintage spent eighteen months in barrels.
- Appellation
- Listrac-Médoc
- Commune
- Listrac-Médoc
- Wine region
- Médoc
- Owner
- Miguel Martinho Afonso
- Surface area
- 1.5 ha
- Certifications
- Bio
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 80%
Practical information
- Address
- 13, rte du Port, 33460 Lamarque
- Phone
- +33556589581
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Dégustation à la propriété: Oui, Vente à la propriété: Oui