Château Monichot
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Château Monichot is a certified organic winegrowing estate in Côtes de Bourg. It produces red wines, a rosé, and a sparkling wine from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Malbec, grown on clay-limestone soils.
Identity
Château Monichot is located in the commune of Tauriac, in the Bordeaux region.
History and philosophy
The winemaking history of Château Monichot dates back to the 18th century. The estate is committed to environmentally friendly practices, with no use of chemical pesticides or herbicides. The vineyard is certified organic.
The appellations
The wines of Château Monichot are crafted under the Côtes de Bourg appellation.
Winemaking and ageing
Detailed information regarding the winemaking and ageing practices at Château Monichot is not available.
Practical information
Château Monichot offers tours and tastings for guests staying in its bed and breakfast accommodation, with the opportunity to explore the vineyard and purchase wines on site.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Monichot located and what is its main appellation?
- Château Monichot is situated in the commune of Tauriac, in the Bordeaux region. It produces its wines under the Côtes de Bourg appellation, which is the estate's sole appellation. The proximity to the Gironde estuary provides the vineyard with a distinctive microclimate, characterised by enhanced sunshine, milder temperatures, and reduced rainfall, all of which favour viticulture.
- What are the characteristics of the terroir and grape varieties at Château Monichot?
- The terroir of Château Monichot covers 15 hectares with predominantly limestone and clay soils. The grape variety plantings are dominated by Merlot (87.5%), complemented by Cabernet Sauvignon (8.3%) and Malbec (4.2%). This grape mix, combined with the soils and the microclimate influenced by the Gironde estuary, contributes to the distinctive character of the wines produced at the estate.
- Is Château Monichot committed to eco-friendly practices?
- Yes, Château Monichot is certified organic. It is dedicated to an environmentally respectful approach, excluding the use of chemical pesticides and herbicides. This philosophy is also evident around the vineyard, where fruit trees, flowers, and shrubs grow along the borders, promoting biodiversity and natural balance.
- What are the flagship cuvées produced by Château Monichot?
- Among the flagship wines of Château Monichot is « Les Bulles de Monichot », a traditional method rosé made from Cabernet Sauvignon. The estate also offers two 100% Merlot red wines: the « Phoenix » cuvée and the « François » cuvée. Lastly, « Le Rosé » is a rosé wine crafted exclusively from Cabernet Sauvignon. All these cuvées are certified organic.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard of Château Monichot covers an area of 15 hectares in a single contiguous block surrounding the château, with 12 hectares dedicated to wine production. The soils are predominantly composed of limestone and clay. The local microclimate is influenced by the Gironde estuary, resulting in increased solar radiation, milder temperature extremes, and reduced rainfall. Along the edges of the vineyard, fruit trees, flowers, and shrubs contribute to biodiversity. The grape varieties are planted as follows: 10.5 hectares of Merlot, 1 hectare of Cabernet Sauvignon, and 0.50 hectares of Malbec.
Key cuvées
Among the wines produced, the cuvée « Les Bulles de Monichot » is a traditional method rosé crafted from Cabernet Sauvignon. The cuvée « Phoenix » is a red wine made from 100% Merlot. The cuvée « François », also a red wine, is produced from 100% Merlot. Finally, « Le Rosé » is a rosé wine made exclusively from Cabernet Sauvignon. All these cuvées are certified organic.
- Appellation
- Côtes de Bourg
- Commune
- Tauriac
- Wine region
- Les Vins de Côtes
- Surface area
- 15 ha
- Certifications
- Bio
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 87.5%, Cabernet Sauvignon 8.3%, Malbec 4.2%
Practical information
- Address
- Tauriac
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Possibilité d'explorer le vignoble, de faire une dégustation et/ou d'acheter des vins pour les clients des chambres d'hôtes.