Château Monlot
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Discover Château Monlot, a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru winegrowing estate owned by Vicky Zhao and Huang Youlong since 2011, certified HVE 3 and featuring an 8-hectare vineyard.
Identity
Château Monlot is located in the commune of Saint-Hippolyte. Owned by Vicky Zhao (Zhao Wei) and Huang Youlong since 2011, it is part of Groupe MRS.V, founded in 2020. This group comprises four winegrowing estates across various Bordeaux appellations, as well as a négoce house in Saint-Émilion.
History and philosophy
The history of Château Monlot spans over 400 years. Acquired in 2011 by Vicky Zhao and Huang Youlong, the estate committed to Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) Level 3 environmental certification. The estate is also recognised by the Vignobles & Découvertes label.
Appellations
The wines of Château Monlot are produced under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.
Practical information
Château Monlot is located at 292 route du Lavoir, 33330 Saint-Hippolyte. Another source indicates the address as 515 Route du Lavoir. The estate offers tours and tastings by appointment all year round, with several options: a Classic Tour including a discovery of the vineyard, winery facilities, and a tasting of three wines; a Privilege Tasting with five wines paired with food; and an MRS.V Range Tasting, featuring five wines from the group. Bookings can be made online via an enquiry form or by email at tourisme@chateaumonlot.com. The estate features 5 guest rooms named "Petit Monlot", equipped with private en-suite shower rooms, as well as a shared living area and a terrace overlooking the vineyard. A modern tasting room is also available for small groups. An on-site boutique allows visitors to purchase wines and souvenirs. The estate accepts payment by credit card, cash, and American Express. The contact telephone number is 05 24 24 23 47. The estate is pet-friendly, provides parking, is air-conditioned, and offers international shipping.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the main appellation of Château Monlot?
- Château Monlot produces its wines under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation. It is situated in the commune of Saint-Hippolyte, near the village of Saint-Émilion.
- Who are the owners of Château Monlot?
- Château Monlot has been owned by Vicky Zhao (Zhao Wei) and Huang Youlong since 2011. The estate is also part of Groupe MRS.V, founded in 2020.
- Which grape varieties are grown and what is the terroir at Château Monlot?
- The vineyard of Château Monlot covers 8 hectares, with grape varieties comprising 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc. The terroir is characterised by clay-siliceous and clay-limestone soils.
- Does Château Monlot offer tours and accommodation?
- Yes, Château Monlot offers various tours and tastings by appointment throughout the year. The estate also features five guest rooms, "Petit Monlot", equipped with private en-suite shower rooms.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard of Château Monlot covers an area of 8 hectares. It comprises clay-siliceous soils across 5 hectares and clay-limestone soils across 3 hectares. The grape varieties planted are predominantly Merlot (75%), complemented by Cabernet Franc (25%).
Signature cuvées
The estate produces two main cuvées: Château Monlot and Héritage de Monlot, its second wine. The red wines of Château Monlot are crafted to express the characteristics of their appellation.
Vinification and ageing
The documentary records do not provide specific details regarding the vinification and ageing practices at Château Monlot.
- Appellations
- Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, Saint-Émilion
- Commune
- Saint-Hippolyte
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- Vicky Zhao (Zhao Wei)
- Surface area
- 8 ha
- Second wine
- Héritage de Monlot
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 75%, Cabernet Franc 25%
Estate news
28 June 2016
Des milliardaires chinois créent leur société de négoce de vins bordelais
L'article met en lumière l'engagement croissant d'investisseurs chinois dans le vignoble bordelais, non seulement par l'acquisition de propriétés viticoles, mais aussi par la création de leurs propres structures de commercialisation. La société de négoce Cellar Privilege, basée près de Bordeaux, joue un rôle central en exportant vers la Chine les vins de plusieurs milliardaires chinois propriétaires de châteaux dans la région. Parmi eux, l'actrice et chanteuse Zhao Wei et son époux Huang Youlong possèdent quatre domaines, dont une propriété en appellation Saint-Émilion Grand Cru. Le fondateur d'Alibaba, Jack Ma, est également un acteur majeur, ayant acquis le Château de Sours en février 2016, puis récemment deux autres domaines, Château Pérenne et Château Guerry, auprès de Bernard Magrez pour un montant d'un peu plus de 11,8 millions d'euros. Cellar Privilege représente aussi les intérêts de Yuzhu Shi, qui possède un domaine de 70 hectares en Fronsac, et de Gen-Xiong Li, propriétaire de quatre propriétés dans diverses appellations. Ces quatre milliardaires détiennent ensemble une quinzaine de domaines. Cellar Privilege a organisé sa première dégustation professionnelle en primeurs à Bordeaux en avril 2016, présentant notamment le Château Monlot (propriété de Zhao Wei) et le Château de Sours (propriété de Jack Ma), et a exposé à la Wine Fair de Londres début mai 2016, signalant son ambition d'élargir son horizon au-delà du marché chinois.
Read the source — bfmtv.comPractical information
- Address
- 292 route du Lavoir, 33330 Saint-Hippolyte
- Phone
- 05 24 24 23 47
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Visite classique (vignoble, installations viticoles, dégustation de trois vins emblématiques)