The history of the estate
Vignobles Chatonnet was founded in 1967 thanks to the passionate work of Jeanine and André Chatonnet. Today, the vineyard covers 30 hectares of the prestigious Lalande de Pomerol, Saint-Emilion and Montagne-Saint-Emiion appellations. Three
grape varieties
typical of the Bordeaux right bank: Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. This winegrowing adventure is above all a family affair, with Jeanine and André Chatonnet joined by their son Pascal, a trained oenologist, to continue the development of the family estates.
For almost 40 years, Vignobles Chatonnet underwent constant improvements: drainage, replanting, selection of oak barrels, choice of cork for corks, bottling techniques at the château, maintenance of an ideal natural temperature .
The quality and renown of their wines led to the expansion of the production area and the ambitious construction of a building entirely dedicated to wine and its promotion: Château Haut-Chaigneau.
With an annual production of around 150,000 bottles, Vignobles Chatonnet is one of the leading estates in the Lalande de Pomerol appellation. Their wines are distributed in France and abroad.
Some Vignobles Chatonnet vintages in Twil’s Christmas selection
Château Haut-Chaigneau 2016: Rated 91/100 by James Suckling, this cuvée is a blend of Merlot Noir and Cabernet Franc. The nose reveals an elegant bouquet of black cherry and blueberry. On the palate, the wine is supple and silky. The finish is fresh and persistent. This cuvée is perfect with entrecôte bordelaise.
La Sergue 2016: Rated 92/100 by Decanter, this cuvée is the Twil committee’s favorite! Awarded numerous medals, this wine is characterized by a dense color and a highly concentrated nose with notes of red and black fruits. On the palate, the wine is rich and full-bodied. This cuvée is perfect with cured Bayonne ham.
Château la Croix Chaigneau 2021: With 2021 we find flavors comparable to older vintages from the late 80s and 90s. In other words, this vintage may surprise wine-lovers with a return to the “classic” Bordeaux style. The nose reveals aromas of strawberries, while on the palate the wine is supple with fine tannins.
