ProducerPomerol
Château Bourgneuf
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A historic Pomerol jewel crafted by the Vayron family.
Château Bourgneuf is a historic family-owned estate in Pomerol, Bordeaux, owned by the Vayron family since 1821. Spanning 9 hectares next to Château Trotanoy, the vineyard features clay and gravel soils with iron-rich subsoil. Since 2008, Frédérique Vayron has crafted the wines, blending 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. The wines are deep, elegant, and velvety, offering great aging potential. The estate has been certified HVE3 since 2019.
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Who Is This For?
Perfect for collectors and enthusiasts seeking classic, elegant Pomerol wines with exceptional aging potential and refined complexity.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the grape composition of Château Bourgneuf?
- The vineyard is planted with approximately 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc.
- Who is the current winemaker at Château Bourgneuf?
- Frédérique Vayron, representing the eighth generation of the owning family, has been the winemaker since 2008.
- Why did the estate change its name from Château Bourgneuf-Vayron?
- The estate unified its name to Château Bourgneuf around 2012 to ensure consistency across all global markets.
- What are the key soil characteristics of the vineyard?
- The terroir consists of a mix of clay, sand, and gravel on a gentle slope, with an iron-rich subsoil that imparts unique complexity to the wine.