Château Guiraud
WHY BUY IT ?
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First classified growth of the 1855 classification
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Neighbor of Château d’Yquem
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Organic Certified since 2011
- A very balanced Sauternes, not too sweet
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A wine always apreciated by the press
History
The history of Château Guiraud brings us back to its first name « noble house of Bayle ». At that time, the estate was the ownership of the Mons de Saint Poly Family. February 22nd 1766, Pierre Guiraud, Bordeaux wine trader, buys the estate. In 80 years and three generations, the estate became a great wine when it was ranked as a Premier Grand Cru Classé in 1855. The estate is located in the township of Sauternes between the church bell and the vines of Château d’Yquem. July 20th 2006, Château Guiraud is bought by four personalities: Robert Peugeot and three wine makers: Olivier Bernard, Stephan Von Neipperg and Xavier Planty. The meet of these two personalities during a dinner at Paris, is the event that launched the new team. The share of wine passion, gastronomy, nature and hunting, made them agree on the quality and philosophy of the cru.
Terroir & Vinification
Tasting
At the tasting, Château Guiraud is offering a wine typic of the Sauternes appellation.
Their Team
- Owner : Robert PEUGEOT, Olivier BERNARD, Stephan VON NEIPPERG and Xavier PLANTY
- Manager: Xavier PLANTY
- Master Cellar: Xavier PLANTY
- Œnologist : Xavier PLANTY