Château Raymond Tapon
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Château Raymond Tapon is a 3-hectare winegrowing estate in Saint-Émilion, producing Saint-Émilion Grand Cru from Merlot and Cabernet Franc grown on sandy-clay soils. Cellar-door sales open 7 days a week.
Identity
Château Raymond Tapon is located in the commune of Saint-Émilion, in the Gironde department.
History and philosophy
The estate is an established part of the Saint-Émilion winegrowing landscape. Vineyard management practices notably include hand-harvesting.
Appellations
Château Raymond Tapon produces wines under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.
Practical information
Château Raymond Tapon is situated at 23 RUE GUADET, 33330 SAINT EMILION.
The estate is open for visits and cellar-door wine sales every day of the week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Group bookings are also accepted. Staff speak English, Spanish, and French.
Telephone: 05 57 74 61 20
Email: information@tapon.net
Find out more
There is no documented official website for this estate.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the main appellation of Château Raymond Tapon?
- Château Raymond Tapon produces wines under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.
- Which grape varieties are grown at Château Raymond Tapon?
- The Château Raymond Tapon vineyard is planted with 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc.
- What is the size of the vineyard at Château Raymond Tapon and what is its terroir?
- The Château Raymond Tapon vineyard spans 3 hectares. The estate's soils are predominantly sandy-clay, contributing to the distinct profile of the wines.
- Is Château Raymond Tapon open for visits and tastings?
- Yes, Château Raymond Tapon is open for cellar-door wine sales and welcomes groups every day of the week, including weekends.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Raymond Tapon vineyard covers an area of 3 hectares. The soils are predominantly sandy-clay. The average age of the vines is around 50 years.
The grape variety blend is composed of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc.
Signature cuvées
The estate's primary wine is Château Raymond Tapon cuvée BB D'OR. This wine is made with Merlot and Cabernet Franc, classic grape varieties of the appellation. Average annual production is approximately 15,000 bottles.
Vinification and ageing
Vinification takes place in oak barrels, concrete vats, and stainless steel tanks. Ageing is carried out 100% in one-wine barrels and older casks.
- Appellation
- Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
- Commune
- Saint-Émilion
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Surface area
- 3 ha
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 80%, Cabernet Franc 20%
Practical information
- Address
- 23 RUE GUADET, 33330 SAINT EMILION
- Phone
- 05 57 74 61 20
- Opening hours
- Lundi, Mardi, Mercredi, Jeudi, Vendredi, Samedi, Dimanche
- Visits
- Réception de groupe. Vente de vin à la propriété.