L'Archange
Updated on
L'Archange, owned by J. and A. Chatonnet in Néac, produces Saint-Émilion crafted from old-vine Merlot grown on sandy-clay soils, aged in oak barrels.
Identity
The L'Archange estate, also known as Château L'Archange, is owned by J. and A. Chatonnet. It is located in the commune of Néac, in the Gironde department.
History and philosophy
The L'Archange estate is committed to a farming approach described as agro-synergistic.
Appellations
The estate produces wines under the Saint-Émilion appellation. The wine region is Bordeaux.
Practical information
The estate is located at Chemin des Trois, 33500 Néac. Telephone contact: 05 57 51 31 31. Vineyard tours are offered by the estate.
Find out more
Frequently asked questions
- Where is the L'Archange estate located?
- The L'Archange estate is located in the commune of Néac, in Gironde. It is part of the Bordeaux wine region and produces wines under the Saint-Émilion appellation.
- What is the composition of the L'Archange vineyard?
- The L'Archange vineyard is planted with Merlot. The vines are over 40 years old and thrive on soils characterised by clayey molasse covered with ancient sands.
- What is Château L'Archange's farming approach?
- The L'Archange estate implements an agro-synergistic farming approach. This method aims to foster the natural balance of the vineyard's ecosystem.
- How are the wines of L'Archange vinified and aged?
- The wines of L'Archange are crafted using traditional Bordeaux vinification methods. Ageing takes place in oak barrels over a period of 12 to 18 months, using a maximum of 50% new oak.
The vineyard (terroir)
The L'Archange vineyard is planted on soils composed of clayey molasse topped with ancient sands, or more specifically, sandy topsoil over a clay subsoil. The vines are Merlot and have a minimum age of over 40 years.
Flagship cuvées
The estate's principal cuvée is named L'Archange. It is a red wine crafted from 100% Merlot, its style shaped by traditional Bordeaux vinification.
Vinification and ageing
Vinification follows the traditional Bordeaux method. Ageing takes place in oak barrels for 12 to 18 months, with up to 50% new oak.
- Appellation
- Saint-Émilion
- Commune
- Néac
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Owner
- J. et A. Chatonnet
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 100%
Practical information
- Address
- CHEMIN DES TROIS, 33500 NÉAC
- Phone
- 05 57 51 31 31
- Contact form
- Contact the estate