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Château de Vaurenard
Château de Vaurenard, a Beaujolais estate since 1672: hand-harvested gamay, direct from the estate...
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Chateau de Vaurenard - The soul of Beaujolais since 1672
Chateau de Vaurenard
A family estate of Beaujolais, property of the same family since 1672. 25 hectares on clay-granite terroir, Gamay noir a jus blanc, run by Ghislain de Longevialle. Sincere, expressive and authentic wines.
Nestled in the green hills of Beaujolais, Chateau de Vaurenard embodies one of the oldest winegrowing lineages of the region. Property of the same family since 1672, the estate now extends over 25 hectares of carefully tended vines, rooted in a clay-granite terroir typical of Beaujolais.
This living heritage carries on a vision of wine founded on transmission, authenticity and precision.
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The philosophy of a passionate winegrower
At the head of the estate, Ghislain de Longevialle ensures a unique style shines through: sincere, expressive wines respectful of their environment. Each vintage is guided by the will to let the terroir speak while respecting the Beaujolais tradition.
Soil work, manual harvesting and natural winemaking ensure the perfect balance between fruit, freshness and depth.
Authentic and expressive wines
The wines of Chateau de Vaurenard are renowned for their aromatic purity and their harmonious structure. The Gamay noir a jus blanc grape flourishes on the sunny slopes, giving wines with notes of red fruits, violet and sweet spices. Each cuvee embodies a facet of the estate: elegance, character and sincerity.
The emblematic cuvees of Chateau de Vaurenard
Quintessence
AOC Beaujolais - red (Gamay)
The Quintessence cuvee captures all the richness of the terroir. An elegant, finely structured Beaujolais, with aromas of cherry, raspberry and peony, with a fine length on the palate.
Baron de Richemont
AOC Beaujolais Superieur - red (Gamay)
A wine of personality and balance, the Baron de Richemont reveals supple tannins, a deep colour, and floral and spicy notes characteristic of the great wines of Beaujolais.
Chateau de Vaurenard
AOC Beaujolais Superieur - red (Gamay)
A cuvee of tradition, this wine charms with its aromatic intensity, its aromas of black fruits and its freshness on the palate. A convivial wine, typical of the appellation.
Beaujolais Nouveau
AOC Beaujolais - nouveau (Gamay)
Fruity, lively and generous, the Beaujolais Nouveau of Chateau de Vaurenard embodies the joy and spontaneity of Beaujolais. A wine to enjoy young, a symbol of celebration and sharing.
Beaujolais and Beaujolais Superieur in Gamay, direct from the estate
A know-how between tradition and modernity
Each wine of the estate is vinified on site, in the castle's cellars, combining ancestral techniques and modern tools. The vattings are controlled to preserve the purity of the fruit and the aromatic freshness, guarantees of the Vaurenard identity. A responsible approach, respectful of nature, drives every step of the work: from soil to glass.
Which wines of Chateau de Vaurenard best represent the spirit of Beaujolais and the richness of the family terroirs?
Why choose the wines of Chateau de Vaurenard
A family estate since 1672. One of the oldest winegrowing lineages of Beaujolais.
Gamay in majesty. Wines of red fruits, violet and sweet spices, on clay-granite terroir.
A complete range. Quintessence, Baron de Richemont, Chateau de Vaurenard and Beaujolais Nouveau.
A natural winemaking. Manual harvesting and controlled vattings, from soil to glass.
Direct from the estate. From Beaujolais to your table, your wines travel the shortest route, carefully shipped across France and Europe.
Your questions about Chateau de Vaurenard
Where is Chateau de Vaurenard located?
The estate is nestled in the green hills of Beaujolais, in Gleize (Rhone), on a clay-granite terroir typical of the region.
Since when has Chateau de Vaurenard been family-owned?
The estate has been the property of the same family since 1672, making it one of the oldest winegrowing lineages of Beaujolais.
Who runs Chateau de Vaurenard today?
Ghislain de Longevialle heads the estate; he ensures a unique style shines through, with sincere, expressive wines respectful of their environment.
What is the size of the Chateau de Vaurenard vineyard?
The estate extends over 25 hectares of carefully tended vines, rooted in a clay-granite terroir typical of Beaujolais.
Which grape does Chateau de Vaurenard grow?
Gamay noir a jus blanc, which flourishes on the sunny slopes and gives wines with notes of red fruits, violet and sweet spices.
What are the cuvees of Chateau de Vaurenard?
Quintessence (AOC Beaujolais), Baron de Richemont and Chateau de Vaurenard (AOC Beaujolais Superieur) and the Beaujolais Nouveau (AOC Beaujolais).
What is the Quintessence cuvee?
An elegant and finely structured Beaujolais that captures the richness of the terroir, with aromas of cherry, raspberry and peony, with a fine length on the palate.
What is the Baron de Richemont cuvee?
A Beaujolais Superieur of personality and balance, with supple tannins, a deep colour and floral and spicy notes characteristic of the great wines of Beaujolais.
What is the Beaujolais Nouveau of Chateau de Vaurenard?
A fruity, lively and generous wine, to enjoy young, which embodies the joy and spontaneity of Beaujolais, a symbol of celebration and sharing.
How are the wines of Chateau de Vaurenard made?
Each wine is vinified on site, in the castle's cellars, with manual harvesting and natural winemaking; the vattings are controlled to preserve the purity of the fruit and the aromatic freshness.
Which dishes pair with the wines of Chateau de Vaurenard?
The Beaujolais wines accompany charcuterie, poultry, white meats and cheeses; the Beaujolais Nouveau is enjoyed young, as an aperitif or during moments of sharing.
Where can you buy Chateau de Vaurenard wines directly?
You can find the available cuvees here, direct from the estate, carefully shipped across France and Europe. The selection changes with the vintages.
Direct from the estate, at the heart of Beaujolais
Chateau de Vaurenard - A family estate of Beaujolais, property of the same family since 1672.
Cuvees Quintessence, Baron de Richemont, Chateau de Vaurenard and Beaujolais Nouveau