Château Villemaurine

Identity

Château Villemaurine is a Grand Cru Classé located in the commune of Saint-Émilion, in Gironde. It is owned by the Lefévère family, with Marie-Bénédicte Lefévère serving as estate manager and winemaker.

History and philosophy

In April 2021, the Lefévère family acquired Château Villemaurine, succeeding Justin Onclin, who had owned the estate since 2007. This transition marked a new chapter for the property. As part of its development, the château planned the refurbishment of buildings adjacent to the cellars to welcome visitors.

Appellations

Château Villemaurine produces wines under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé appellation.

Practical information

Château Villemaurine is located at Lieu-dit Villemaurine, 33330 SAINT-ÉMILION. For enquiries or bookings, the estate can be contacted by telephone on +33 (0)5 57 74 74 36 or by email at contact@villemaurine.com or reservations@villemaurine.com. The estate shop is open on Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 to 12:30 and from 14:00 to 18:00. It is closed on Wednesdays all year round and on Sundays from December to the end of April.

The estate offers tours by appointment, featuring three distinct options. The "Heritage Tour" (approx. 1 hr to 1 hr 15 mins) includes a tasting of two wines, including one Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé, and an exploration of dedicated underground galleries. The "Privilege Tour" (approx. 1 hr 30 mins to 1 hr 45 mins) offers a tutored tasting of three wines, including two Saint-Émilion Grands Crus Classés, paired with artisanal dark chocolates, as well as full access to the underground quarries. The "From Vine to Glass Tour" (approx. 1 hr to 1 hr 15 mins) includes a tasting of two wines, including one Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé, and access to part of the underground quarries. Customised visits are also available. Guided tours can be conducted in English and Russian. Accepted payment methods include bank cards, cash and American Express. The estate offers cellar-door sales, mail-order sales and international shipping. Amenities such as Wi-Fi and air conditioning are available. The château has received the Best of Wine Tourism award.

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The vineyard (terroir)

Château Villemaurine's vineyard covers an area of approximately 7 to 7.8 hectares. It is situated on a limestone and clay-limestone plateau, characteristic of Saint-Émilion soils. The average age of the vines is around 35 years. The grape varieties are dominated by Merlot at 85%, complemented by Cabernet Franc (10%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (5%). Harvesting is carried out by hand. The estate is committed to an agronomic approach, having notably ceased the use of organic fertilisers. It also holds HVE (Haute Valeur Environnementale) certification.

Signature cuvées

The estate's principal wine is Château Villemaurine. The second wine is named Les Angelots de Villemaurine. Annual production is approximately 30,000 bottles. The estate carries out a rigorous selection of the musts and retains a fruit reserve aged in vats.

Vinification and ageing

The vinification process involves a strict selection of the juices. For ageing, the estate uses 500-litre vessels and has also introduced amphorae.