Chateau de Chateauneuf

Chateau de Chateauneuf is a family-run Bordeaux winery run with passion and wisdom by Didier Chinzi, the owner who has entrusted the technical-wine-making aspect to the skilful advice of Jean-François Rontein. The estate is located in Sadirac, in the heart of the Entre-deux-Mers area, the largest sub-zone of the Bordeaux wine region. In fact, as much as 50% of its total surface area is reserved for forests, with the remaining half dedicated to vineyards, testifying to the rich biodiversity that characterises the area. The name of this territory also derives from its peculiar geographical position, being squeezed between the Garonne and Dordogne rivers. In fact, the French expression 'entre deux marées' means 'between the two tides'.

The vineyards belonging to the Chateau de Chateauneuf estate extend over just under 25 hectares, mainly reserved for the classic Bordeaux grape varieties Merlot and Cabernet Franc, as well as the white grapes Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon. The vines are planted on two different types of hilly terrain: one rich in clay, silt and gravel, located on the plateau 100 metres above sea level, and the other more calcareous, characterised by rather steep slopes. The oenological credo is based on the desire to accompany vinification with precise and targeted interventions. According to this philosophy, the bunches of red varieties are first destemmed and crushed, and then undergo a pre-fermentation maceration of no less than 7 days. After this period, the grapes are placed in stainless steel tanks, where the correct course of alcoholic fermentation is ensured by the inoculation of selected yeasts. The fermentation process takes place at a controlled temperature in contact with the skins, accompanied by two daily pump-overs.

The reds by the Chateau de Chateauneuf cellar present the characteristic fruity and balsamic profile of Bordeaux wines, even more enhanced by the winemaking approach. On the palate, these Bordeaux Rouge are characterised by a loose and juicy drinkability, never heavy, also thanks to the overall balance and soft tannic texture.