Château Mongravey

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Château Mongravey is a winegrowing estate in Arsac, classified as Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel in Margaux, farming 12 hectares with HVE certification. It is managed by Karin and Régis Bernaleau.

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Identity

Château Mongravey is located in Arsac. It is owned by Vignobles Bernaleau, with Karin and Régis Bernaleau at the helm of the estate.

History and philosophy

The history of Château Mongravey began in 1981. The estate was awarded Cru Bourgeois Supérieur status in 2018 and was recognised as a Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel in 2023. Committed to sustainable viticulture, it phased out CMR (Carcinogenic, Mutagenic, and Reprotoxic) products in 2014. Mechanical weeding is practiced throughout the vineyard. The estate has held Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification since 2017.

Appellations

Château Mongravey produces wines under the Margaux appellation as well as the Haut-Médoc appellation.

Frequently asked questions

Who are the owners of Château Mongravey and where is it located?
Château Mongravey is owned by Vignobles Bernaleau, managed by Karin and Régis Bernaleau. This winegrowing estate is situated in the commune of Arsac, in Gironde. It oversees a 12-hectare vineyard, growing predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, alongside Cabernet Franc, on gravel terroirs.
Which appellations are produced by Château Mongravey and what are its flagship cuvées?
Château Mongravey crafts wines under the Margaux appellation, as well as the Haut-Médoc appellation. The flagship cuvée is Château Mongravey in the Margaux appellation, which has been awarded the prestigious Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel classification. The estate also produces another cuvée named Mongravey; both are dry red wines.
What environmental certifications has Château Mongravey obtained?
Château Mongravey is dedicated to sustainable viticulture. It achieved Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification in 2017. The estate discontinued the use of CMR (Carcinogenic, Mutagenic, and Reprotoxic) products in 2014 and relies on mechanical weeding to maintain its vines, reflecting its environmentally friendly approach.
What is the size of the Château Mongravey vineyard and what grape varieties are planted?
The Château Mongravey vineyard spans 12 hectares. The plots are planted on terroirs characterised by gravel soils. The estate's grape varieties consist mostly of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. These main varieties are complemented by a proportion of Cabernet Franc, contributing to the diversity and distinct character of the wines produced.

The vineyard (terroir)

The vineyard covers an area of 12 hectares. The plots are situated on gravel terroirs. The grape varieties are predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, complemented by Cabernet Franc.

Signature cuvées

The estate produces the Château Mongravey cuvée in the Margaux appellation, classified as Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel. Another cuvée named Mongravey is also crafted. These are dry red wines.

Appellations
Margaux, Haut-Médoc
Commune
Arsac
Wine region
Médoc
Owner
Karin et Régis Bernaleau
Surface area
12 ha
Certifications
HVE
Grape varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc

Practical information

Address
56 Avenue Jean-Luc Vonderheyden, 33460 ARSAC
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