Château Palais Cardinal
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Château Palais Cardinal is a 30-hectare winegrowing estate located in Saint-Sulpice de Faleyrens, producing red wines in the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation. Certified Terra Vitis, it is owned by the Ballande family.
Identity
Château Palais Cardinal is situated in the commune of Saint-Sulpice de Faleyrens, in the Gironde. The estate is owned by the Ballande family.
History and philosophy
Before being taken over by the Ballande family, the estate belonged to the Texier family, who expanded the vineyard from 4 to 22 hectares in a single decade. Château Palais Cardinal has been committed to avoiding chemical products and weedkillers across its plots for over fifteen years. The estate achieved Terra Vitis certification in 2018. Agroforestry initiatives have also been introduced, including 400 metres of hedgerows planted around the vineyard parcels.
Appellations
The wines of Château Palais Cardinal are produced under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.
Winemaking and ageing
The single-varietal cuvées from Château Palais Cardinal undergo ageing in amphorae without added sulphur for a period of ten months.
Practical information
Château Palais Cardinal is located at 9 rue des Acacias, 33330 Saint Sulpice de Faleyrens. You can contact the estate by telephone on 05 57 24 32 27 or by email at chateau@palais-cardinal.fr. The estate offers classic tours. Direct cellar-door sales are not documented, and there is no on-site accommodation.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Palais Cardinal located?
- Château Palais Cardinal is situated in the commune of Saint-Sulpice-de-Faleyrens, in the Gironde department. This winegrowing estate is an integral part of the Bordeaux wine region, renowned worldwide for the quality of its wines.
- Who owns Château Palais Cardinal?
- Château Palais Cardinal is owned by the Ballande family. Prior to their acquisition, the estate belonged to the Texier family, who played a significant role in expanding the vineyard from 4 to 22 hectares over the course of a decade.
- What ecological certifications does Château Palais Cardinal hold?
- Château Palais Cardinal has been Terra Vitis certified since 2018, attesting to its commitment to sustainable and environmentally friendly viticulture. The estate committed over fifteen years ago to eliminating weedkillers and chemicals on its parcels. In addition, agroforestry initiatives have been implemented, notably the planting of 400 metres of hedges around the vineyard plots.
- What styles of wine does Château Palais Cardinal produce?
- Château Palais Cardinal primarily produces red wines under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation. The estate also offers a second wine, marketed under the name Le Palatin de Château Palais Cardinal. Special single-varietal cuvées are also produced in limited quantities, with an annual output of around 2,000 bottles.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Palais Cardinal vineyard spans 30 hectares, dedicated to the cultivation of red grape varieties.
Signature cuvées
Château Palais Cardinal produces red wines under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation. The estate also offers a second wine, named Le Palatin de Château Palais Cardinal. Single-varietal cuvées are also crafted, with an annual output of around 2,000 bottles.
- Appellation
- Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
- Commune
- Saint-Sulpice-de-Faleyrens
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- Famille Ballande
- Surface area
- 30 ha
- Second wine
- Le Palatin de Château Palais Cardinal
- Certifications
- Terra Vitis
Practical information
- Address
- 9 rue des Acacias, 33330 Saint Sulpice de Faleyrens
- Phone
- +33557243227
- Contact form
- Contact the estate