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Château Balestard la Tonnelle

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Grand cru classé

40 - 50€

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Services and activities
  • Wine sales at the property
  • Seminar space
  • Reception room
Pratictal informations
  • English, Spanish, French
  • Bus access
  • Blue card, Cash
  • Group reception
  • Home People with reduced mobility
  • Pets allowed
  • Visitor parking
  • WC
Château Balestard La Tonnelle is the second highest property in the village of Saint-Emilion, located on the Argilo-limestone plateau of the appellation.Extended on 10.5 hectares of vineyards, the grasp of the estate is dominated by the presence of Merlot (64%), supplemented by Cabernet Franc (11%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (25%). THROUGHOUT HISTORY The vineyard was founded in the 15th century by François Balestard, canon of the village church.Bought in 1923 by the Capdemourlin family, owners in Saint-Emilion since 1647, it is today the 12th and 13th generation that run the premises. Today, Château Balestard La Tonnelle continues its ascent among the essential names of Saint-Émilion, and offers visits, tastings and events in its brand new bioclimatic architect building.Several thousand visitors go to the property every year to discover the incredible panoramic terrace and meet the family.
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A word from the winegrower Jacques CAPDEMOURLIN
It is with great pleasure that we send you these few words! In order to enhance your moments and tastings, the Capdemourlin family is ready to welcome you in its properties to present our new constructions in an enchanting setting on exceptional terroirs. See you soon, The Capdemourlin family
Adress
Château Balestard la Tonnelle
Château Balestard La Tonnelle
33330 Saint-Emilion
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Phone : 05 57 74 62 06
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Opening times

Open all year
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday From 09:00 to 12:30 and from 14:00 to 17:30

Contact at the property
DÉZÉ Audrey
Château Balestard La Tonnelle
33330 Saint-Emilion
Phone : 05 57 74 62 06
Mobile : 0647749277
Email
Visit and tasting
at the property

Origin visit Discover the universe of a Grand Cru Classé of Saint-Emilion, from the vine to the glass.Explore the barrel cellar, the Cuvier, and enjoy a commented tasting of 2 wines on our panoramic terrace in a friendly atmosphere.From 1 to 10 people.Mandatory reservation. Duration: 1h Tasting: 2 wines Price: 15 € per person Languages: French or English or Spanish Monday to Friday (November to March) & Monday to Saturday (April to October) - 9 a.m./5.30 p.m.

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Visit a terroir story The Capdemourlin vineyards welcomes you to make your visits unforgettable!Visit Château Balestard La Tonnelle and enjoy 3 wines from our 3 castles through a commented tasting blind. Duration: 1h30 Tasting: 3 wines Language: French or English or Spanish Price: 25 € per person Monday to Friday (November to March) & Monday to Saturday (April to October) - 9 a.m./5.30 p.m.

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THE TASTING Have a good time on our panoramic terrace during a commented tasting of 3 wines. Duration: 30 minutes Tasting: 3 wines Language: French or English or Spanish Price: € 12 per person Monday to Friday (November to March) & Monday to Saturday (April to October) - 9 a.m./5.30 p.m.

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Tanins & Cocoa workshop Take advantage of a wines and chocolates tasting workshop to discover the perfect chords between our terroir and the handmade of our local artisan-chocolate maker Maëlig!From 2 to 10 people, reservation 72 hours in advance. Duration: 1h Tasting: 3 wines and 3 chocolates Language: French or English or Spanish Price: 30 € per person Monday to Friday (November to March) & Monday to Saturday (April to October) - 9 a.m./5.30 p.m.

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Bouteille de vin
Vineyard
Area

10.5

Soil type

Clay-limestone soils

Grape varieties

Merlot 64 %
Cabernet Franc 11 %
Cabernet Sauvignon 25 %

Average age of the vines

34

Winemaking
Harvest

Manual

Types of tank

Stainless steel

Ageing

New barrels 50 %
Barrels 1 wine and more 50 %

Annual average production

44999 bottle

Countries where the wine is sold
Germany Belgium Canada China Denmark Etats-Unis France Hong-Kong Japan Pays-Bas Royaume-Uni Russia Swiss Spain Italy
Environmental certifications
Système de management environnemental - ISO 14001
Haute Valeur Environnementale
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