Château Peyrou
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Castillon's organic pioneer since 2008: oenologist Catherine Papon-Nouvel crafts pure, elegant Merlot from Ecocert-certified clay soils bordering Saint-Émilion.
Château Peyrou is a 10-hectare family estate in Saint-Magne-de-Castillon, bordering the Saint-Émilion appellation. Acquired in 1989 by Catherine Papon-Nouvel — a trained oenologist and granddaughter of Saint-Émilion wine growers — the estate became one of Castillon's earliest and most committed pioneers of organic viticulture. Certified organic by Ecocert since 2008, the vineyard is planted predominantly with Merlot (approximately 90%) on the estate's characteristic clay soils, complemented by Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Catherine produces two cuvées: the flagship Château Peyrou from older vines, celebrated for its balance, elegance, and aging potential with seductive aromas of ripe red fruits, black cherry, and subtle spice; and Colombe de Peyrou, a more approachable wine from younger vines on the same terroir. Consistently recognised by the Guide Hachette des Vins, Château Peyrou is a quiet reference for those who seek authentic, minimal-intervention Bordeaux.
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Who Is This For?
Perfect for those who seek certified-organic, minimal-intervention Bordeaux: graceful, approachable wines that express the genuine character of Castillon without excess oak or technical manipulation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Château Peyrou certified organic?
- Yes. The entire estate has been certified organic by Ecocert since 2008, making it one of the earliest pioneers of organic viticulture in the Castillon-Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. No synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilisers are used in the vineyards.
- Who is the winemaker at Château Peyrou?
- The estate is run entirely by Catherine Papon-Nouvel, a trained oenologist and granddaughter of Saint-Émilion wine growers. She has overseen every aspect of viticulture and vinification since acquiring the property in 1989, shaping Château Peyrou into an organic benchmark for the Castillon appellation.
- What are the two cuvées produced at Château Peyrou?
- The estate produces Château Peyrou — the flagship wine from older Merlot vines on clay soils, known for elegance, balance, and noteworthy aging potential — and Colombe de Peyrou, a more accessible, fruit-forward cuvée from younger vines on the same clay terroir.
- What grape varieties and soils define the estate?
- Merlot dominates at approximately 90%, thriving in the estate's rich clay soils that encourage fine, silky tannins and ripe fruit character. Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon complete the blend, contributing structure and aromatic depth.
- What food pairings work well with Château Peyrou wines?
- The elegant, fruit-driven style pairs wonderfully with beef rib steak, duck dishes, roast lamb, and aged cheeses. The wines' natural balance and freshness also make them excellent companions for mushroom-based and truffle preparations.