Château Poupille
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A legendary organic Merlot featured in 'Drops of God' manga that sparked a global wine phenomenon.
Château Poupille is a family estate located in Sainte Colombe in the Castillon-Côtes de Bordeaux appellation, led by Philippe Carrille — a fifth-generation winemaker whose father Jean-Marie Carrille purchased the property in 1967. Philippe took over in 1988 and transformed the 33-hectare estate into one of Bordeaux's most celebrated organic pioneers, achieving certification in 2008. The estate is planted 97% to Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc and 1% Cabernet Sauvignon, harvested entirely by hand from south-facing clay-limestone terroir. Poupille gained international fame when the 1999 vintage was featured in Volume 9 of the iconic Japanese manga 'Drops of God' (Kami no Shizuku), triggering sales increases of 20-30% in Japan and 50% in Taiwan, China and Korea. The estate also embraces a circular economy: solar panels power the winery, vine stems are used for heating, and barrel rooms are semi-buried for natural temperature control.
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Who Is This For?
Perfect for natural wine enthusiasts and manga fans who want to experience a Bordeaux that outperformed classified growths in blind tastings and gained cult following in Asia.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why is Château Poupille famous in Asia?
- The 1999 vintage of Poupille was featured in Volume 9 of the Japanese manga 'Drops of God' (Kami no Shizuku), causing sales to surge 20-30% in Japan and up to 50% in Taiwan, China and Korea. Philippe Carrille became a celebrity winemaker almost overnight.
- Is Château Poupille organically certified?
- Yes, Château Poupille has been certified organic since 2008, though Philippe Carrille began sustainable farming well before certification. The estate is a pioneer of organic viticulture in Bordeaux.
- What grape varieties does Château Poupille use?
- The estate is planted to 97% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc and 1% Cabernet Sauvignon on south-facing clay-limestone terroir, all harvested entirely by hand.
- What wines does Château Poupille produce?
- The estate produces three wines: Poupille (the flagship grand vin), Château Poupille (the approachable second wine), and Poupille Atypique — a wine made without added sulfites for natural wine lovers.
- How does Château Poupille embrace sustainability?
- Beyond organic certification, the estate runs solar panels for electricity, uses vine stems for heating, operates a semi-buried barrel room for natural temperature control, and maintains forests and natural habitats to promote biodiversity — a true circular economy winery.