Château Plaisance (Saint-Émilion)
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Château Plaisance, owned by Chantal and Gérard Perse, produces Saint-Émilion Grand Cru wines from a 17-hectare vineyard set on sandy-clay soils, with grape varieties dominated by Merlot.
Identity
Château Plaisance is a winegrowing estate located in the Bordeaux region. The estate is owned by Chantal and Gérard Perse, who acquired it in 2001. Prior to this, in 1997, it was owned by Xavier Mareschal.
History and philosophy
The recent history of Château Plaisance has been shaped by its acquisition in 2001 by Chantal and Gérard Perse. This takeover brought new momentum to the estate, dedicated to crafting wines in the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.
The appellations
The wines produced by Château Plaisance are released under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.
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The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Plaisance vineyard spans 17 hectares. The soils are predominantly sandy-clay. The grape varieties planted consist of 80% Merlot, complemented by 10% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Flagship cuvées
The estate's flagship cuvée, Château Plaisance, is a still red wine. This blend is aged in both vats and oak barrels, enhancing its structure and aromatic profile. Annual production reaches around 73,000 bottles. It is best served between 16°C and 18°C. In terms of ageing potential, a vintage such as 2016 offers an optimal drinking window between 2021 and 2027. This wine pairs well with dishes such as game, red meats, or a selection of cheeses.
Vinification and ageing
Ageing at Château Plaisance is carried out in both vats and oak barrels, an approach designed to lend complexity to the wines while preserving fresh fruit expression.
- Appellation
- Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- Xavier Mareschal
- Surface area
- 17 ha
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 80%, Cabernet Franc 10%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10%
Practical information
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