Château Muscadet
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Château Muscadet, owned by the Barateau Bruguera family, produces wines under the Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. Family-run since 1925, the estate favours viticulture free from weedkillers and chemical fertilisers.
Identity
Château Muscadet is a winegrowing estate owned by the Barateau Bruguera family. It is currently managed by Jean-Noël and Marie Sandrine Barateau Bruguera.
History and philosophy
Château Muscadet is a family estate, acquired by the Barateau Bruguera family in 1925. The estate's philosophy focuses on environmentally friendly winegrowing practices, using neither weedkillers nor chemical fertilisers in the vineyard.
Appellations
Château Muscadet produces wines under the Côtes de Bordeaux appellation.
Practical information
The estate sells its wines at fairs and directly at the château. Events can be organised on-site, as was the case for the estate's centenary celebration on 14 June (from 4 pm) and 15 June (from 8 am to 6 pm).
Frequently asked questions
- Who are the current owners of Château Muscadet?
- Château Muscadet is a family-owned property, currently run by Jean-Noël and Marie Sandrine Barateau Bruguera. The Barateau Bruguera family has owned the estate since 1925, perpetuating a long winegrowing tradition rooted in environmental respect and the crafting of quality wines.
- What are the winegrowing practices at Château Muscadet?
- The philosophy at Château Muscadet is based on environmentally friendly viticultural practices. The estate is committed to using no weedkillers or chemical fertilisers in the cultivation of its vines. This sustainable approach supports the estate's organic certification, highlighting its dedication to ecological viticulture.
- Which grape varieties are grown at Château Muscadet?
- Château Muscadet primarily cultivates red grape varieties emblematic of the Bordeaux region. The vineyard's grape blend includes Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. These grape varieties are used to produce the estate's red wines, particularly under the Côtes de Bordeaux appellation.
- Under which appellation are Château Muscadet wines produced?
- The wines of Château Muscadet are produced under the Côtes de Bordeaux appellation, which is the estate's main appellation. The property is renowned for its red Bordeaux wine. These wines generally display an alcohol content and contain sulphites, as is customary for this type of production.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Muscadet vineyard is planted with several Bordeaux red grape varieties, including Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.
Flagship cuvées
The estate is primarily renowned for its red Bordeaux wine, one of which has an alcohol content of 13% ABV. This wine contains sulphites.
- Appellation
- Côtes de Bordeaux
- Wine region
- Les Vins de Côtes
- Owner
- famille Barateau Bruguera
- Technical direction
- Jean-Noël et Marie Sandrine Barateau Bruguera
- Surface area
- 75 ha
- Certifications
- Bio
- Grape varieties
- Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
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