Château Mazeyres
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A historic Pomerol estate crafting elegant, biodynamic wines.
Château Mazeyres is a historic estate in Pomerol, Bordeaux. Dating to the Gallo-Roman era, it features a Directoire-style manor and 25.5 hectares of vines. Managed by Alain Moueix since 1992, the estate adopted biodynamics, earning organic certification in 2015 and biodynamic certification in 2018. The vineyard is planted with Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. Its sandy gravel and clay soils yield elegant wines with velvety textures and mineral precision.
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Who Is This For?
Perfect for wine lovers who appreciate elegant Right Bank Bordeaux and value biodynamic, terroir-driven winemaking. It is also ideal for those seeking a sophisticated Pomerol with immediate approachability.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What grape varieties are used at Château Mazeyres?
- Château Mazeyres is planted primarily with Merlot, along with Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, which contribute to the wine's complexity and structure.
- Is Château Mazeyres certified organic or biodynamic?
- Yes, the estate has been certified organic since 2015 and fully certified biodynamic by Biodyvin since the 2018 vintage.
- Who manages Château Mazeyres?
- The estate is managed by Alain Moueix, a highly respected winemaker from the famous Moueix family, who also manages the biodynamic estate Château Fonroque.
- What are the characteristics of the terroir at Château Mazeyres?
- The terroir consists of sandy gravel on clayey-gravel subsoils, along with clayey-sand on the Catusseau plateau, which gives the wine its signature smoky aromas, mineral texture, and velvety tannins.
- Does Château Mazeyres pair well with Japanese cuisine?
- Yes, its silky tannins, fresh acidity, and subtle earthy undertones make it an exceptional pairing for soy sauce-based Japanese dishes, such as Sukiyaki, Yakitori (tare), or braised duck (Kamo no Jibuni).