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Château Castigno
Château Castigno, organic Saint-Chinian (Languedoc): old-vine reds, biodynamic, direct from the estate...
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Château Castigno, the exceptional terroir of an organic estate in Saint-Chinian
Château Castigno
An organic wine estate in Assignan (34360), in the heart of the Saint-Chinian appellation, in the South of France. 32 hectares of high-altitude vines, some century-old, maintained by the work of the horse. Organic viticulture, in conversion to biodynamics, and a cellar ranked among the most original in France.
Château Castigno, taken over by Tine Claeys and Marc Verstraete, is a wine estate where history and passion meet to bring a unique terroir back to life in the South of France. This natural environment, both picturesque and authentic, is at the heart of the estate's philosophy of sharing, with the desire to let its visitors discover this exceptional place.
The organic commitment at the heart of Castigno
Castigno is firmly committed to organic viticulture, offering a range of wines that respect the environment while preserving the authenticity of the flavours. The vines, some century-old, produce grapes in small quantities but of great quality, in perfect harmony with nature. The estate is also in conversion to biodynamics, to go even further in its respect for biodiversity and soil health.
A high-altitude estate with century-old vines
With 32 hectares of vines cultivated at a rare altitude, Castigno enjoys a privileged situation that allows its vines a slow, late ripening. Thanks to the maintenance of the old vines by the work of the horse, each harvest is done manually to guarantee grapes of the highest quality.
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The most original cellar in France
One of the most remarkable features of Castigno is its cellar, ranked among the most original in France by the Midi Libre. Its unique shape of a wine bottle seen from the sky, entirely covered in cork, embodies innovation and respect for winegrowing traditions. In the heart of a protected environment, the estate cultivates an intimate relationship with its landscape, where each cuvee tells of the altitude, the sun and the long time of Saint-Chinian.
The cuvees of Château Castigno
From characterful reds to natural bubbles, a range entirely certified organic, that translates the sincerity of the high-altitude terroir of Saint-Chinian. To discover direct.
Château Castigno
Red - AOC Saint-Chinian (organic)
The estate's flagship cuvee, in AOC Saint-Chinian, certified organic. A deep, structured red, born of the old vines grown at altitude, available notably in the 2019 vintage. The most accomplished expression of the Castigno terroir.
Secret des Dieux
Red - AOC Saint-Chinian (organic)
A characterful red in Saint-Chinian, certified organic. Generous and sunny, it reflects the slow, late ripening of the Castigno grapes, between power and balance.
Terra Casta
Red - IGP Pays d'Hérault (organic)
The estate's gourmet, accessible cuvee, in IGP Pays d'Hérault, certified organic. Fruity and supple, it offers a fine gateway into the world of Castigno.
Rosé Brut Nature
Sparkling rosé - Vin de France (organic)
A brut nature sparkling rose, certified organic, with no dosage. Fresh, lively and sincere, it highlights the purity of the fruit and the vivacity of the high-altitude terroir.
Century-old vines, worked with the horse
Old vines - manual harvest
Some of Castigno's vines are century-old. Maintained by the work of the horse and harvested by hand, they produce small quantities of grapes of great quality, in perfect harmony with nature.
The most original cellar in France
Architecture in the shape of a bottle
Ranked among the most original in France by the Midi Libre, the Castigno cellar takes the shape of a wine bottle seen from the sky, entirely covered in cork: a symbol of innovation and respect for winegrowing traditions.
Organic Saint-Chinian wines, direct
Why choose the Château Castigno wines?
An organic vineyard. All cuvees certified organic, and an estate in conversion to biodynamics.
A high-altitude terroir. 32 hectares of vines at altitude, for a slow ripening and expressive wines.
Century-old vines. Maintained by the work of the horse, harvested by hand, in small quantities.
A complete range. Château Castigno, Secret des Dieux, Terra Casta and Rosé Brut Nature.
Frequently asked questions about Château Castigno
Which Château Castigno cuvee to choose to discover Saint-Chinian?
For the flagship cuvee, the Château Castigno (AOC Saint-Chinian, notably the 2019 vintage). For a characterful red, the Secret des Dieux. For an accessible, gourmet entry, the Terra Casta (IGP Pays d'Hérault). And for bubbles, the Rosé Brut Nature. All the cuvees are certified organic.
Where is Château Castigno located?
In Assignan (34360), in the heart of the Saint-Chinian appellation, in the South of France (Languedoc, Herault). An estate at altitude, in a picturesque, authentic natural environment.
Who runs Château Castigno?
The estate was taken over by Tine Claeys and Marc Verstraete, who bring this unique terroir back to life. Their philosophy rests on sharing and the desire to let their visitors discover this exceptional place.
Is Château Castigno organic?
Yes: the estate is firmly committed to organic viticulture, and all its cuvees are certified organic. It is also in conversion to biodynamics, to go further in respecting biodiversity and soil health.
Which grape varieties make up Château Castigno?
The estate grows the Mediterranean varieties of Saint-Chinian, such as Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre and Carignan, on old vines cultivated at altitude. The precise blends per cuvee are not detailed.
What are the cuvees of Château Castigno?
The Château Castigno (red Saint-Chinian, notably 2019), the Secret des Dieux (red Saint-Chinian), the Terra Casta (red IGP Pays d'Hérault) and the Rosé Brut Nature (sparkling, Vin de France). All certified organic.
What is the Château Castigno cuvee?
The estate's flagship cuvee, in AOC Saint-Chinian, certified organic. A deep, structured red, from the old vines grown at altitude, available notably in the 2019 vintage.
What is the Terra Casta cuvee?
The estate's gourmet, accessible cuvee, in IGP Pays d'Hérault, certified organic. Fruity and supple, it is a fine gateway into the world of Castigno.
What is the Castigno Rosé Brut Nature?
A brut nature sparkling rose, certified organic, with no dosage. Fresh and lively, it highlights the purity of the fruit and the vivacity of the high-altitude Saint-Chinian terroir.
Why is the Château Castigno cellar famous?
It is ranked among the most original in France by the Midi Libre. Its unique shape takes that of a wine bottle seen from the sky and it is entirely covered in cork, embodying innovation and respect for winegrowing traditions.
What is the Saint-Chinian appellation?
A Languedoc appellation, in the Herault, known for its characterful red wines. Its terroirs of schist and clay-limestone and its Mediterranean climate give generous, structured and expressive wines, carried by the southern varieties.
Can you buy the Château Castigno wines directly?
Yes: the cuvees are available here, direct from the estate, shipped with care, across France and Europe.
Direct from the estate, high-altitude organic Saint-Chinian
Château Castigno: an organic wine estate in Assignan (34360), in the heart of the Saint-Chinian appellation, in the South of France (Languedoc, Herault). Taken over by Tine Claeys and Marc Verstraete. 32 hectares of vines cultivated at altitude, some century-old, maintained by the work of the horse, manual harvesting; organic viticulture (all cuvees certified organic) and in conversion to biodynamics. A cellar ranked among the most original in France (in the shape of a bottle seen from the sky, covered in cork).
Cuvees: Château Castigno (red Saint-Chinian, notably 2019), Secret des Dieux (red Saint-Chinian), Terra Casta (red IGP Pays d'Hérault) and Rosé Brut Nature (sparkling, Vin de France)
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