Château Melin
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Château Melin, situated in Baurech, has been a family-run property for five generations. Managed by Pascal Modet, the 38-hectare estate produces Premières Côtes de Bordeaux wines on clay-gravel and limestone soils.
Identity
Château Melin is a winegrowing estate located in Baurech, in the Gironde. It is owned by Vignobles Claude Modet et Fils, with Pascal Modet at the helm.
History and Philosophy
The history of Château Melin is defined by a family heritage spanning more than a century, with the estate having been held by the same family for five generations. Pascal Modet took over the management of the property in 2003.
Appellations
Château Melin produces wines under the Premières Côtes de Bordeaux appellation, within the Bordeaux region.
Practical Information
Château Melin is located at 595, Constantin, 33880 BAURECH. The estate can be contacted by telephone on +33 (0)5 56 21 34 71 or by email at vmodet@wanadoo.fr. The property offers cellar-door wine sales as well as tastings. Holiday cottage accommodation (gîte) is also available on site.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary grape variety used for the wines of Château Melin?
- Château Melin stands out for its exclusive use of Sémillon in crafting its wines. This single grape variety is grown across the entire 38 hectares of the vineyard, enabling the production of wines that fully express the variety's characteristics within the specific terroir of Baurech. In particular, Crémant de Melin is a sparkling white wine made entirely from Sémillon.
- What is the vineyard surface area and the nature of its terroir?
- Château Melin's vineyard covers an area of 38 hectares. It is set on a hillside on the Right Bank of the Garonne, reaching an altitude of 95 metres, which provides exceptional sun exposure for the plots. The soils of this terroir are primarily composed of clay, gravel, and limestone. This clay-gravel and limestone composition contributes to the distinct character of the wines crafted by the estate.
- Which appellations do the wines of Château Melin belong to?
- Château Melin produces wines under the Premières Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. Although the technical sheet mentions Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux as the main appellation, the estate's descriptive texts refer to Premières Côtes de Bordeaux. These appellations belong to the Bordeaux wine region and are typical of wines produced on the Right Bank of the Garonne, where the estate is located.
- What is the history and family management of Château Melin?
- Château Melin is a family-owned estate with a heritage dating back more than a century, having been held by the same family for five generations. This family continuity is a key element of the estate's identity. Today, management is led by Pascal Modet, who took over the reins of the property in 2003, carrying on the legacy of Vignobles Claude Modet et Fils.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
Château Melin's vineyard spans 38 hectares. It is planted on a hillside on the Right Bank of the Garonne, reaching an altitude of 95 metres. The soils are clay-gravel and limestone.
Flagship Cuvées
Among the wines produced, the estate offers Crémant de Melin. This sparkling white wine is crafted from Sémillon.
Vinification and Ageing
Crémant de Melin undergoes mixed ageing, carried out in cellars and oak barrels.
- Appellation
- Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux
- Commune
- Baurech
- Wine region
- Entre-deux-Mers
- Owner
- Vignobles Claude Modet et Fils
- Surface area
- 38 ha
- Grape varieties
- Sémillon 100%
Practical information
- Address
- 595, Constantin, 33880 BAURECH
- Phone
- 05 56 21 34 71
- vmodet@wanadoo.fr
- Contact form
- Contact the estate