Château Petit Village

Château Petit Village is a wine estate located in Pomerol. It is one of the most prestigious estates in the region and produces high-quality red wine.

The château is situated on a terroir of deep gravels, wrapped in light clay and sand on an alios subsoil. The grape varieties consist of 75% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Franc and 7% Cabernet Sauvignon.

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The history of Château Petit Village

The history of Château Petit Village in Pomerol, France, dates back to the 17th century. It is likely that a first wine estate was created at this location at that time, but no trace of it remains. The current château was built in the 18th century by the de la Tour du Pin family, who were a noble family from the region.

The château was originally a rectangular building with two corner towers. It has been modified over the centuries, particularly in the 19th century, when the de la Tour du Pin family added a neoclassical wing. The château was used as a residence by the lords of de la Tour du Pin until the early 20th century.

In 1919, Château Petit Village was purchased by Fernand Ginestet, a renowned wine merchant in Bordeaux. Ginestet modernised the estate and began producing quality wines. Château Petit Village quickly became one of the most prestigious wine estates in Pomerol.

In 1989, Château Petit Village was acquired by Axa Millésimes, an investment portfolio management company. Axa Millésimes continued the modernisation of the estate and invested in research and development. Château Petit Village is now one of the most sought-after wines from Pomerol.

What are the characteristics of Château Petit Village wines?

Château Petit Village produces a red wine under the Pomerol appellation. It is characterised by an intense cherry red colour, aromas of black fruits and spicy notes, and a silky texture. The wine can be enjoyed now, but it can also be kept for several decades.

The terroir of Château Petit Village is located on the highest part of the Pomerol plateau. It consists of deep gravels, wrapped in light, sandy clays on an alios subsoil. This terroir is favourable for the production of high-quality red wines, with intense aromas and silky tannins.

The main grape variety of Château Petit Village is Merlot, which represents 75% of the vineyard. Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon complete the blend. Merlot is a grape variety that produces fruity and round red wines. Cabernet Franc brings spicy and mineral notes. Cabernet Sauvignon adds structure and complexity.

The wine is vinified in stainless steel tanks to preserve its fruity aromas. It is then aged in French oak barrels, 60% of which are new, for 15 months. The new barrels bring woody and vanilla notes to the wine.

What is the other wine of Château Petit Village?

Le Jardin de Petit-Village, the estate's second wine, is made solely from Merlot, the traditional grape variety of Pomerol. It is an elegant, round and harmonious wine, ready to drink sooner than Château Petit-Village.

The best vintages of Château Petit Village

The best vintages of Château Petit Village are 1945, 1947, 1955, 1961, 1966, 1983, 1985, 1986, 1990, 2000, 2005 and 2009.

Food and wine pairings

The wines of Château Petit Village are perfect to accompany grilled red meats, dishes in sauce, soft cheeses and casserole dishes. The wines of Château Petit Village are also excellent with white meats such as veal, rabbit or duck.

Château's website

https://www.petit-village.com

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