Château Peyrines
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Château Peyrines is a 38-hectare winegrowing estate in Mourens, owned by the Behaghel family, producing wines under the Entre-Deux-Mers appellation. The coat of arms of the Comtes de Peyrines, the former owners, adorns the bottles.
Identity
Château Peyrines is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Mourens, in the Gironde department. The property is managed by the Behaghel family (SCEA Behaghel).
History and philosophy
The name Château Peyrines traces its roots back to the ancient castle of the Comtes de Peyrines, which once stood on the land now planted with vines. The coat of arms of these counts features on the estate's bottles, bearing testament to this historical heritage.
Appellations
Château Peyrines produces wines under the Entre-Deux-Mers appellation.
Practical information
Château Peyrines welcomes visitors for cellar-door purchases, with tiered pricing based on ordered volumes. Delivery is also available with rates tailored to quantity. The estate also travels with a tasting van to host tasting-and-sales events and make deliveries across various parts of France.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the main appellation of Château Peyrines wines?
- Château Peyrines primarily produces wines under the Entre-Deux-Mers appellation, offering a diverse array of styles ranging from dry whites to reds, rosés, and sweet wines.
- How large is the Château Peyrines vineyard?
- The Château Peyrines vineyard spans an area of 38 hectares. This surface allows the estate to cultivate diverse parcels to craft its varied wine collection.
- Who owns Château Peyrines?
- Château Peyrines is owned by the Behaghel family, who manage the estate under SCEA Behaghel, perpetuating the history and winemaking tradition of the property.
- What types of wine are produced at Château Peyrines?
- Château Peyrines offers a broad range of wines, including sweet wines, rosés, dry whites, and Bordeaux Supérieur reds. The estate also produces a sparkling cuvée called “bulles de Peyrines”.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard of Château Peyrines covers an area of 38 hectares.
Key cuvées
The estate offers a diverse range of wines, including sweet (moelleux) and rosé wines. Production also encompasses dry whites and Bordeaux Supérieur reds. In addition, Château Peyrines crafts a sparkling cuvée named “bulles de Peyrines”.
- Appellation
- Entre-deux-Mers
- Commune
- Mourens
- Wine region
- Entre-deux-Mers
- Owner
- Famille Behaghel (SCEA Behaghel)
- Surface area
- 38 ha
Practical information
- Address
- Mourens
- Contact form
- Contact the estate