Château St Estephe
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Château St Estèphe, a family-run winegrowing estate in Saint-Estèphe, crafts red wines in the Médoc and Saint-Estèphe appellations. Certified HVE and Vigneron Indépendant, it covers 8 ha and offers wines marked by red fruit aromas.
Estate Overview
Château St Estèphe is a family-owned estate located in Saint-Estèphe, in Gironde. It is owned by the Arnaud family. Philippe Guyonnaud is also named as an owner, with Françoise Arnaud managing the property. Winemaking is overseen by cellar master Cyril Mano, alongside oenological consulting from Œnoconseil.
History and Philosophy
The origins of Château St Estèphe date back to 1870. The estate is rooted in family tradition, holds Vigneron Indépendant status, and is certified Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE).
Appellations
Château St Estèphe produces wines under the Médoc and Saint-Estèphe appellations.
Winemaking and Ageing
Harvesting at Château St Estèphe is carried out using both manual and mechanical methods.
Practical Information
The estate is located at Route de Poumeys "Leyssac", 33180 Saint-Estèphe. Visits are available by appointment and include guided tours of the cellars alongside a wine tasting. Direct sales at the estate are available, as well as mail-order purchasing. The estate does not provide dining or accommodation facilities. To contact the property, telephone numbers are 05 56 59 32 26 and 05 56 73 35 30, and the email address is marquis.st.estephe@wanadoo.fr.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château St Estèphe located?
- Château St Estèphe is located in the commune of Saint-Estèphe, in Gironde. The estate's address is Route de Poumeys "Leyssac".
- Which appellations are produced by Château St Estèphe?
- Château St Estèphe produces red wines under the Médoc and Saint-Estèphe appellations, both characteristic of the Bordeaux wine region.
- How large is the Château St Estèphe vineyard?
- The Château St Estèphe vineyard covers an area of 8 hectares. The actively planted vine surface is 7.6 hectares, with an average vine age of approximately 25 years.
- Which grape varieties are grown at Château St Estèphe?
- The grape varieties planted at Château St Estèphe are predominantly Merlot (47%) and Cabernet-Sauvignon (41%), complemented by a 12% proportion of Picpoul noir.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The Château St Estèphe vineyard extends over 8 hectares, with a planted surface of 7.6 hectares. The average vine age is approximately 25 years. The grape variety mix consists of 47% Merlot, 41% Cabernet-Sauvignon, and 12% Picpoul noir.
Signature Cuvées
The red wines of Château St Estèphe are distinguished by their garnet hue. On the nose and palate, they reveal notes of red berries, particularly blackcurrant and cherry. The estate produces its principal wine under the name Château St Estèphe and a second wine, Saint-Estèphe Marquis.
- Appellations
- Médoc, Saint-Estèphe
- Commune
- Saint-Estèphe
- Wine region
- Médoc
- Owner
- Philippe Guyonnaud
- Technical direction
- Cyril Mano
- Surface area
- 8 ha
- Second wine
- Saint-Estèphe Marquis
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 47%, Cabernet-Sauvignon 41%, Picpoul noir 12%
Practical information
- Address
- Route de Poumeys "Leyssac", 33180 ST ESTEPHE
- Phone
- 05 56 59 32 26
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Visites guidées des chais et dégustation de vins