Château Martinon
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Château Martinon, owned by Jérôme Trolliet in Gornac, produces wines under the Bordeaux Supérieur appellation. Its 54-hectare vineyard is set on clay-limestone soils, planted with Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon blanc, Sauvignon gris, Sémillon, and Muscadelle.
Identity
Château Martinon is owned by Jérôme Trolliet, representing the Trolliet family. The estate is located in Gornac in Gironde.
History and Philosophy
Jérôme Trolliet took the helm of the family estate in 1980.
The Appellations
The plots of Château Martinon are located in Entre-Deux-Mers, on a clay-limestone hillside in the commune of Gornac. The estate produces wines under the Bordeaux Supérieur appellation.
Practical Information
Château Martinon offers tastings upon request at €5 per person. Estate tours are also available by appointment, covering the vineyards and cellars, and are limited to small groups of up to 5 people. Cellar-door sales are available at the property. Wines can also be ordered online, with shipping options to France and abroad upon request for a delivery quote. For any enquiries, the estate can be contacted by telephone on 05 56 61 97 09 or by email at chateaumartinon@wanadoo.fr.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Martinon located and what is its main appellation?
- Château Martinon is located in the commune of Gornac, in the Entre-Deux-Mers region. It primarily produces wines under the Bordeaux Supérieur appellation.
- Which grape varieties are planted in the Château Martinon vineyard?
- The Château Martinon vineyard is planted with red grape varieties such as Merlot noir and Cabernet Sauvignon. For white wines, it grows Sauvignon gris, Sauvignon blanc, Sémillon, and Muscadelle.
- What is the surface area of the Château Martinon vineyard and what type of soil does it have?
- The Château Martinon vineyard spans 54 hectares. Its vines are planted on clay-limestone soils, characteristic of its terroir.
- Is it possible to visit Château Martinon and taste its wines?
- Yes, Château Martinon offers tours of the vineyards and cellars by appointment, limited to small groups. Wine tastings are also available upon request for €5 per person.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The Château Martinon vineyard covers an area of 54 hectares. It is established on clay-limestone soils. The red grape varieties grown are Merlot noir and Cabernet Sauvignon. For white wines, the grape varieties planted include Sauvignon gris, Sauvignon blanc, Sémillon (including century-old vines), and Muscadelle.
Flagship Cuvées
The estate offers the Martinon Bordeaux Supérieur rouge cuvée. This wine is crafted from the estate's grape varieties and represents the expression of its terroir.
- Appellation
- Bordeaux Supérieur
- Commune
- Gornac
- Wine region
- Bordeaux & Bordeaux Supérieur
- Owner
- Jérôme Trolliet
- Surface area
- 54 ha
- Grape varieties
- Merlot noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon gris, Sauvignon blanc, Sémillon, Muscadelle
Practical information
- Address
- Gornac
- Phone
- 05 56 61 97 09
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Les portes du domaine vous sont ouvertes sur rendez-vous. Visite des vignes et des chais. Ne sont acceptés que les petits groupes (5 personnes max).