Château Nodoz
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Château Nodoz, owned by Sandrine and Jean-François Cénac in Tauriac, produces wines under the Côtes de Bourg appellation. This historic, HVE Level 3-certified winegrowing estate spans 38 hectares of clay-limestone soils planted with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Identity
Château Nodoz is situated in the commune of Tauriac, in Gironde. It is owned by Sandrine and Jean-François Cénac.
History and philosophy
Historical records confirm the existence of a "Cru de Nodoz" before the French Revolution. In 1930, the Magdeleine family acquired the property. Towards the end of the 1980s, Jean-Louis and Josiane Magdeleine set out to restore the vineyard. In 1990, the estate was awarded its first Gold Medal at the Concours du Blayais-Bourgeais. Since 2002, the property has been managed by Sandrine Magdeleine-Cénac and Jean-François Cénac.
Château Nodoz is committed to sustainable viticulture and holds HVE Level 3 certification.
Appellations
Château Nodoz produces wines under the Côtes de Bourg appellation.
Practical information
Château Nodoz is located at 18 Chemin de Nodoz, 33710 Tauriac. The estate can be contacted by telephone on 05 57 68 41 03 or by email at contact@chateau-nodoz.com.
The tasting cellar is open Monday to Friday, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. At weekends, visits are by appointment only. Booking in advance is recommended for wine tastings.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who are the current owners of Château Nodoz and where is it located?
- Château Nodoz is owned by Sandrine and Jean-François Magdeleine-Cénac. It is located in the commune of Tauriac in Gironde, at 18 Chemin de Nodoz, 33710 Tauriac. Sandrine Magdeleine-Cénac and Jean-François Cénac have managed the estate since 2002, adopting a sustainable approach to viticulture.
- What are the characteristics of the Château Nodoz vineyard?
- The Château Nodoz vineyard covers 38 hectares across the communes of Tauriac, Lansac and Bourg-sur-Gironde. The soils are clay-limestone, and the vineyard is planted with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The estate is certified HVE Level 3, highlighting its commitment to environmentally sound viticulture.
- Which appellations and wine styles are produced by Château Nodoz?
- Château Nodoz produces wines under the Côtes de Bourg appellation. The estate crafts several cuvées across red, rosé and white wines, such as Cuvée Tradition, Cuvée Boisée, Cuvée Barriques, Cuvée Vieilles Vignes, Cuvée l'Insolent de NODOZ and Cuvée Nodoz barriques neuves. It also produces Château Galau.
- How can visitors tour Château Nodoz and taste its wines?
- The cellar at Château Nodoz is open Monday to Friday, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Weekend visits are available by appointment. It is advisable to notify the estate in advance to arrange a tasting of the wines. Château Nodoz can be reached by phone on 05 57 68 41 03 or by email at contact@chateau-nodoz.com.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Nodoz vineyard covers an area of 38 hectares, spread across the communes of Tauriac, Lansac and Bourg-sur-Gironde. The soils are clay-limestone. The grape varieties planted are Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Flagship cuvées
Château Nodoz crafts several cuvées across red, rosé and white wines. These include Cuvée Tradition, Cuvée Boisée, Cuvée Barriques, Cuvée Vieilles Vignes, Cuvée l'Insolent de NODOZ and Cuvée Nodoz barriques neuves. The estate also offers Château Galau. The red wines are characterised by fruit-forward expression and balanced structure. The rosés offer a fresh aromatic profile, while the white wines are distinguished by their crisp, aromatic character.
Vinification and ageing
Detailed technical information regarding winemaking and ageing methods is not publicly documented.
- Appellation
- Côtes de Bourg
- Commune
- Tauriac
- Wine region
- Les Vins de Côtes
- Owner
- Sandrine et Jean-François Magdeleine-Cenac
- Surface area
- 38 ha
- Second wine
- Château Galau
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Practical information
- Address
- 18 chemin de Nodoz, 33710 TAURIAC
- Phone
- 05.57.68.41.03
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Lundi au jeudi de 9h à 12h30 et de 13h30 à 19h ; vendredi jusqu'à 12h
- Visits
- Merci de nous prévenir de votre passage au château pour venir déguster les nouvelles cuvées