Chateau Daugay Staint-Emilion Grand Cru - 2016

Location and terroir

The winery is located in the prestigious Saint-Émilion appellation:

- Topography: It stretches along the gentle Southern slopes of the Saint-Émilion plateau and offers an unobstructed view of the Dordogne valley.

- Soil condition: The excellent Grand Cru terroir consists mainly of a nutrient-rich Mixture of clay and limestone.

- ClimateThe oceanic climate ensures mild winters and moderately warm summer days, which favours optimal, slow ripening of the grapes.

Owner and history

The history of viticulture here dates back to 1807:

The de Boüard familySince 1920 The estate belongs to the de Boüard de Laforest family, one of the most influential winegrowing dynasties in the region (including co-owner of the world-famous Château Angélus).

Today's guided tourThe winery is run as an organic business in the family tradition. The leading figures include Hélène Grenié (née de Boüard) and Thierry Borderie, a fourth-generation winemaker who also completed his training at Angélus.

Style and characteristics

The top-quality artisan cuvées are characterised by a harmonious profile:

Grape variety index: Classic Bordeaux cut, dominated by Merlot (approx. 50 %), Cabernet Franc (approx. 40 %) and a small proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon.

flavour profile: The wine is labelled as Fresh, lively and balanced described. It impresses with fine flavours of dark berries, ripe cherries, integrated tannins as well as a subtle herbal spice and a distinctive mineral note on the finish.

Philosophy: The estate consistently relies on Sustainable and organic farming (Agriculture Biologique) and artisanal vinification away from rigid, industrial conventions.