Château Monfaucon
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Château Monfaucon, run by Dawn Jones-Cooper, crafts organic white wines in Bordeaux. The estate is certified organic and applies biodynamic principles to produce vegan-friendly wines.
Identity
Château Monfaucon is a winegrowing estate run by Dawn Jones-Cooper, who also acts as its winemaker. It is situated in Bordeaux, close to Saint-Émilion and on the banks of the Dordogne.
History and philosophy
Château Monfaucon is defined by the vision of its owner, Dawn Jones-Cooper, whose winemaking venture earned recognition at the Decanter Wine Awards with her very first vintage. The estate is committed to certified organic viticulture across the entire vineyard and cellar, whilst also incorporating biodynamic principles and cultivating biodynamic plants. The property employs innovative practices, such as the Maximum Potency Harvesting (MPH) method aimed at optimising grape quality.
Appellations
Château Monfaucon produces organic white wines.
Practical information
For any enquiries or information, the estate can be contacted by email at info@chateaudemonfaucon.com.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who is the owner and winemaker of Château Monfaucon?
- The owner and winemaker of Château Monfaucon is Dawn Jones-Cooper. She began her winemaking venture by earning acclaim at the Decanter Wine Awards with her very first vintage.
- What farming methods are used at Château Monfaucon?
- Château Monfaucon practises certified organic viticulture across its vineyard and cellar. The estate also incorporates biodynamic principles, including growing specific biodynamic plants and using cover crops between the vine rows.
- Which grape varieties are grown at Château Monfaucon?
- Château Monfaucon grows several white grape varieties, notably Muscadelle, Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon and Chardonnay, for the production of its wines.
- What are the characteristics of the wines produced by Château Monfaucon?
- Château Monfaucon produces organic white wines characterised by a lower-alcohol profile. These wines are also fully suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Monfaucon vineyard is planted with several white grape varieties, including Muscadelle, Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon and Chardonnay. Cultivation practices include establishing cover crops between the rows, in keeping with organic and biodynamic farming principles.
Signature cuvées
Château Monfaucon produces wines distinguished by their low-alcohol profile. The estate also offers pure grape juice. All wines are suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.
Vinification and ageing
The wines of Château Monfaucon are crafted using methods that favour an artisanal approach.
- Appellation
- Entre-deux-Mers
- Commune
- Génissac
- Wine region
- Entre-deux-Mers
- Owner
- Dawn Jones-Cooper
- Technical direction
- Dawn Jones-Cooper
- Certifications
- Bio
- Grape varieties
- Muscadelle, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Chardonnay
Practical information
- Address
- Génissac
- Contact form
- Contact the estate