Château Pindefleurs

Identity

Château Pindefleurs is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Saint-Laurent-des-Combes. The property is owned by EARL VIGNOBLES DOMINIQUE LAURET, with winemaking overseen by Audrey Lauret.

History and philosophy

The history of Château Pindefleurs is defined by a family heritage spanning five generations of winegrowers. In 2006, Audrey Lauret's mother acquired the estate. Audrey Lauret took over management in 2009. Since then, extensive works have been carried out, including the restoration of the cellars in 2010, a new vat room, a renovated barrel cellar, and the opening of a boutique shop. The estate has also committed to an environmental approach, implementing an environmental management system and obtaining Haute Valeur Environnementale certification.

Appellations

The wines of Château Pindefleurs are produced under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.

Winemaking and ageing

Winemaking at Château Pindefleurs involves a maceration period of around 20 days before devatting, with punch-downs (pigeage) and without added sulphur. The wines are aged in barrels.

Practical information

Château Pindefleurs is located at 99 Rue Barbeyron, 33330 SAINT LAURENT DES COMBES. Tastings and direct wine purchases are available at the estate. For any enquiries, the property can be reached on 05 57 24 72 95.

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Official estate website

The vineyard (terroir)

The Château Pindefleurs vineyard is characterised by soils composed of sand and gravel. Parcel management is carried out without herbicides or synthetic fertilisers. Vineyard restructuring includes replanting programmes. Harvesting is performed by hand. The estate's grape varieties consist of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc.

Flagship cuvées

The estate primarily produces the Château Pindefleurs cuvée, a still red wine under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation. This wine typically shows a well-balanced structure. Plans to expand the range are underway, including a more approachable cuvée and a prestige wine.