Vignobles Turtaut
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Managed by Patrice and Sébastien Turtaut in Barsac, the Vignobles Turtaut estate farms 30 hectares certified organic (2022) on clay-limestone and gravel soils. It produces wines under the Barsac and Bordeaux appellations, with a family heritage dating back to 1890.
Estate Overview
Vignobles Turtaut, also operating as Earl du Vignoble Turtaut et Fils, is located in the commune of Barsac (33720). It is run by Patrice and Sébastien Turtaut, who represent the fourth generation of winegrowers in the family. The estate's primary property is Vieux Château Renaissance.
History and philosophy
The history of Vignobles Turtaut began in 1890. In the 1950s, André Turtaut, formerly a cellar hand, played a pivotal role in the estate's development. Today, Patrice and Sébastien Turtaut carry on this family tradition as the fourth generation of winegrowers.
The estate has embraced an environmentally friendly approach, with its entire wine production certified organic since 2022. This philosophy also includes the preservation of woodlands, meadows, and ponds within its vineyard environment. The estate is also ISO 14001 certified.
Appellations
Vignobles Turtaut produces wines under several appellations, including the Barsac and Bordeaux appellations.
Practical information
The estate is located at 27, rue de la Gare in Barsac (33720). They can be contacted by telephone on +33 5 56 27 03 26 or 05 56 71 59 54, and by email at contact@vignobles-turtaut.fr or vturtaut@wanadoo.fr. The estate offers on-site tastings and direct sales, notably at La Cabane du Vigneron in Saint-Sulpice-de-Pommiers, open from 25 June 2022 for wine discovery.
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The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard of Vignobles Turtaut spans 30 hectares. The soils are clay-limestone as well as gravel. The predominant grape variety is Merlot, covering 22 hectares. The vineyard is located in Entre-Deux-Mers, more precisely in Saint-Sulpice-de-Pommiers, near Sauveterre-de-Guyenne.
Flagship cuvées
Among the wines produced by Vignobles Turtaut is the CHÂTEAU JANY cuvée, a still white wine from the Barsac appellation. The estate also offers a range of organic red wines. A dedicated cuvée is crafted from 100% Malbec. The 2018 vintage in AOC Bordeaux Supérieur was featured as an En Primeur selection.
Vinification and ageing
No specific information regarding vinification and ageing practices is documented for this estate.
- Commune
- Barsac
- Wine region
- Bordeaux & Bordeaux Supérieur
- Owner
- Patrice et Sébastien Turtaut
- Surface area
- 30 ha
- Certifications
- Bio, ISO 14001
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 73%
Practical information
- Address
- 27, rue de la Gare, 33720 Barsac
- Phone
- 05 56 71 59 54
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Oui