Château Mille Roses
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Château Mille Roses, located in Macau, is a 10.5-hectare winegrowing estate certified organic since 2013. Owned by Sophie and David Faure, it produces red wines in the Haut-Médoc and Margaux appellations from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot.
Identity
Château Mille Roses is a winegrowing estate located in Macau, in the Médoc. It is owned by Sophie and David Faure, with David Faure also serving as the estate's winemaker.
History and philosophy
The story of Château Mille Roses began in 1999, when David Faure founded the estate with an initial surface area of half a hectare of Cabernet Sauvignon and half a hectare of Merlot. In 2010, the estate embarked on organic conversion, achieving certification from Ecocert in 2013. The château’s philosophy is rooted in respect for the terroir and a low-intervention approach to viticulture.
The appellations
The estate's plots are spread across the communes of Arsac and Macau. They produce wines under two distinct appellations: AOC Haut-Médoc and AOC Margaux. The vineyard under the Margaux appellation accounts for 4 hectares of the total surface area.
Practical information
Château Mille Roses is located in Macau (33460). Visits and tastings are available at the estate. Direct sales are offered on-site, as well as mail-order purchases with delivery across France.
- Address: Château Mille Roses, 33460 Macau
- Telephone: 05 57 88 42 16
- Email: contact@chateaumilleroses.com
Find out more
Official estate websiteFrequently asked questions
- Where is Château Mille Roses located and who are the owners?
- Château Mille Roses is a winegrowing estate located in Macau, in the Médoc region. It is owned by Sophie and David Faure, with David Faure also serving as the estate's winemaker. Founded in 1999 by David Faure, it started with just one hectare of vines. The estate has been certified organic by Ecocert since 2013.
- What are the characteristics of the Château Mille Roses vineyard?
- The Château Mille Roses vineyard covers a total area of 10.5 hectares and is characterised by deep Garonne gravel soils. The grape varieties planted comprise 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 44% Merlot, and 6% Petit Verdot. The average vine age is 20 years. The estate is certified organic, reflecting a philosophy focused on respect for the terroir and a low-intervention approach to viticulture.
- Under which appellations are the wines of Château Mille Roses produced?
- The wines of Château Mille Roses are produced under two distinct appellations: AOC Haut-Médoc and AOC Margaux. The estate's plots are spread across the communes of Arsac and Macau, allowing for this dual appellation. The vineyard dedicated to the Margaux appellation covers 4 hectares of the estate's total surface area. The estate notably offers red cuvées under both appellations, as well as a cuvée named L'Enfant.
- How are vinification and ageing carried out at Château Mille Roses?
- Vinification at Château Mille Roses focuses on gentle extraction to highlight generous fruit and structure. The cellar is climate-controlled, partly using solar energy to ensure optimal conditions. Ageing takes place in oak barrels for 12 months. The estate uses new oak with restraint to soften and round out the wine without masking its aromas. The cellar holds around 150 barrels for ageing. A portion of the harvest is carried out by hand.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard of Château Mille Roses covers a total area of 10.5 hectares. It is established on deep Garonne gravel soils. The average vine age is 20 years. The grape varieties planted consist of Cabernet Sauvignon (50%), Merlot (44%), and Petit Verdot (6%). Work in the vineyard rows is carried out with meticulous care.
Flagship cuvées
Château Mille Roses produces three cuvées. Château Mille Roses in the Margaux appellation and Château Mille Roses in the Haut-Médoc appellation are red wines. The estate also produces a cuvée called L'Enfant. Harvesting is carried out by hand for a portion of the wines.
Vinification and ageing
Vinification at Château Mille Roses is designed for gentle extraction to highlight generous fruit and structure. The cellar is climate-controlled, partly powered by solar energy. Ageing takes place in oak barrels for 12 months. New oak is used in balanced proportions to round out the wine without overpowering it. The cellar houses around 150 barrels.
- Appellations
- Haut-Médoc, Margaux
- Commune
- Macau en Médoc
- Wine region
- Médoc
- Owner
- Sophie et David Faure
- Technical direction
- David Faure
- Surface area
- 10 ha
- Certifications
- Bio
- Grape varieties
- Cabernet Sauvignon 50%, Merlot 44%, Petit Verdot 6%
Practical information
- Address
- Château Mille Roses, 33460 Macau en Médoc
- Phone
- 05 57 88 42 16
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Dégustation à la propriété: Oui