Château Grand Grange

Château Grand'Grange

A 12-hectare estate in Le Perréon, south of Mont Brouilly (Beaujolais). Taken over in 2009 by Per Hakon Schmidt and Marianne Philip. Gamay and Chardonnay, in Beaujolais-Villages, Fleurie cru and IGP Comtés Rhodaniens. Sustainable viticulture, manual harvest.

The soul of Château Grand'Grange is rooted in more than two centuries of history. It all began in 1810, when the estate's land was acquired by a close associate of Napoleon Bonaparte. In 1842, the chateau and its outbuildings came to life, built in granite stone from the Beaujolais hills. The estate takes its name from a large 60-metre barn, a true symbol of the place, which today houses the vat room. In 2009, Per Hakon Schmidt and Marianne Philip, a Danish couple passionate about France and wine, took over the estate, with the ambition to combine respect for heritage and winegrowing innovation.

A respectful viticulture turned towards the future

Under the direction of oenologist Andrea Pugliese since 2019, and supported by Solenn Faure-Chappat, the estate moves towards a sustainable viticulture: restructuring of the plots, manual practices, limitation of inputs and reinforcement of biodiversity. The harvest is manual, the soils worked without herbicides. The estate also innovates: introduction of Syrah, a first in the Beaujolais, to anticipate climate change, replanting of high-density Gamay and, since 2022, a Crémant de Bourgogne aged 14 months.

Beaujolais-Villages: La Grange Masson, La Cascade & La Tour

AOC Beaujolais-Villages - the heart of the estate

La Grange Masson, a silky red on red fruits and floral notes; La Cascade, lively and expressive, ideal with grilled meats; La Tour, structured and elegant, with a long finish. Three Beaujolais-Villages in Gamay Noir a jus blanc.

Clos de la Madone

AOC Fleurie - the estate's cru

The Fleurie cru of Château Grand'Grange: finesse and elegance, delicate tannins and freshness. A refined Gamay, an accomplished expression of one of the ten Beaujolais crus, on the granite terroir.

Minimal & Avant-Garde

IGP Comtés Rhodaniens - the modern cuvees

Minimal, a modern, direct cuvee with a crunchy palate; Avant-Garde, a structured, deep and intensely fruity wine. Two IGP Comtés Rhodaniens that embody the bold, contemporary spirit of the estate.

Crémant de Bourgogne & Rosé

The estate's sparkling wine & rosé

The Crémant de Bourgogne, from Chardonnay: fine bubbles and lemony freshness, aged 14 months before release (since 2022). The estate also offers a Gamay rosé (Beaujolais-Villages), fresh and gourmet.

An exceptional terroir at the foot of Mont Brouilly

Le Perréon, sandy-granitic soils

12 hectares of vines in the commune of Le Perréon, south of Mont Brouilly, on sandy-granitic soils renowned for the finesse and aromatic freshness of the wines. A granite-stone chateau built in 1842, whose 60-metre barn houses the vat room.

A sustainable, innovative viticulture

Manual harvest, Gamay, Chardonnay & Syrah

Manual harvest, soils worked without herbicides, limitation of inputs and reinforced biodiversity. The estate innovates: introduction of Syrah (a first in the Beaujolais) to anticipate climate change, and replanting of high-density Gamay.

The modern Beaujolais of Le Perréon, direct

Which Château Grand'Grange wine to choose?

For a Beaujolais-Villages, La Grange Masson (silky), La Cascade (lively) or La Tour (structured); for a cru, the Clos de la Madone (Fleurie); for a modern cuvee, Minimal or Avant-Garde (IGP); for bubbles, the Crémant de Bourgogne.

Where is Château Grand'Grange located?

In the commune of Le Perréon, south of Mont Brouilly, in the Beaujolais. The vineyard spans 12 hectares of sandy-granitic soils, renowned for favouring the finesse and aromatic freshness of the wines.

Is Château Grand'Grange organic?

The estate stands out for a reasoned, ecological approach: manual harvest, soils worked without herbicides, limitation of inputs and reinforced biodiversity. No certification (organic, HVE) is stated to date on its page.

Which grape varieties does Château Grand'Grange grow?

Two major varieties: Gamay Noir a jus blanc, for fruity, vibrant reds, and Chardonnay, for delicate whites and the Crémant. The estate has also introduced Syrah, a first in the Beaujolais, to anticipate climate change.

What are the cuvees of Château Grand'Grange?

In Beaujolais-Villages: La Grange Masson, La Cascade and La Tour; in Fleurie cru: the Clos de la Madone; in IGP Comtés Rhodaniens: Minimal and Avant-Garde; in sparkling: the Crémant de Bourgogne; as well as a Gamay rosé.

What is the Clos de la Madone?

The Fleurie cru of Château Grand'Grange: a Gamay of finesse and elegance, with delicate tannins and a fine freshness. It expresses one of the ten Beaujolais crus, on the granite terroir, in a precise, refined style.

What are the Minimal and Avant-Garde cuvees?

Two IGP Comtés Rhodaniens: Minimal, a modern, direct cuvee with a crunchy palate; and Avant-Garde, a structured, deep and intensely fruity wine. They embody the bold, contemporary spirit of Château Grand'Grange.

Does Château Grand'Grange make sparkling wine?

Yes: since 2022, the estate makes a Crémant de Bourgogne from Chardonnay, with fine bubbles and a lemony freshness, aged 14 months before release. A new project that broadens the estate's range.

What is the history of Château Grand'Grange?

The land was acquired in 1810 by a close associate of Napoleon Bonaparte; the chateau and its outbuildings were built in 1842 in granite stone. The estate takes its name from a large 60-metre barn, which today houses the vat room. In 2009, Per Hakon Schmidt and Marianne Philip took it over.

Who runs Château Grand'Grange?

Since 2009, the Danish couple Per Hakon Schmidt and Marianne Philip, passionate about France and wine. Since 2019, the estate has been supported by oenologist Andrea Pugliese and Solenn Faure-Chappat, towards a sustainable, innovative viticulture.

What to pair with Château Grand'Grange wines?

The Beaujolais-Villages and the Fleurie (Gamay), fruity and supple, accompany charcuterie, poultry, grilled meats and slow-cooked dishes; the Crémant de Bourgogne is enjoyed as an aperitif and with desserts; the rosé with summer cooking.

Can you buy Château Grand'Grange wines directly?

Yes: the cuvees are available here, direct from the estate, shipped with care, across France and Europe.

Direct from the estate, the modern Beaujolais of Le Perréon

Château Grand'Grange: a 12-hectare wine estate in the commune of Le Perréon, south of Mont Brouilly, in the Beaujolais. Land acquired in 1810, chateau built in 1842 in granite stone; the estate takes its name from a large 60-metre barn that houses the vat room. Taken over in 2009 by Per Hakon Schmidt and Marianne Philip (a Danish couple), supported since 2019 by oenologist Andrea Pugliese and Solenn Faure-Chappat. Sandy-granitic soils; Gamay Noir a jus blanc and Chardonnay varieties (Syrah introduced). Appellations Beaujolais-Villages, Fleurie cru and IGP Comtés Rhodaniens. Sustainable viticulture: manual harvest, without herbicides, biodiversity.

Cuvees: La Grange Masson, La Cascade, La Tour (Beaujolais-Villages), Clos de la Madone (Fleurie), Minimal and Avant-Garde (IGP Comtés Rhodaniens), Crémant de Bourgogne and Gamay rosé