Château Suau 
Bordeaux

The Estate
 Hidden behind a row of 100-year-old oaks, Château Suau was once the hunting lodge of the Duc d'Epernon. It was restored in the 16th century and in 1687, during the reign of Louis XVI, the château was owned by the Suau family of Capian. Monique Bonnet purchased the Château in 1986. She lends her impeccable style and elegance to this Bordeaux estate that represents a great value in today’s French wine market.
Important changes have been implemented at Château Suau since 2008 :

1/ A change in the AOC. From the 2008 vintage on, Château Suau's « Premières Côtes de Bordeaux » will now be known as « Côtes de Bordeaux and « Côtes de Bordeaux -Cadillac ».
There will no longer be « Premières Côtes de Bordeaux »
Château Suau will use the appellation "Cadillac" on its labels due to its area of production. This "village" appellation lends itself to its enduring notoriety and the image that it represents. As with its namesake, the luxury Cadillac, this wine is the "Cadillac" of wines!
As a result of these changes, all the labels and packaging have been redesigned to reflect the new appellations. These labels will be a reflection of the strong and symbolic identity with Cadillac. This AOC is made with a rigorous set of specifications, which allow it to be named after the village of Cadillac.

Château Suau tradition Premières Côtes de Bordeaux
becomes Château SUAU Côtes de Bordeaux
Château Suau Prestige «Premières Côtes de Bordeaux»
becomes Château SUAU Côtes de Bordeaux - Cadillac

 2/ Since 2008, Chateau Suau has been converting its vineyard to organic agriculture techniques. Certified by Ecocert, sensitive to environmental problems and consumer-concerns, this healthy, progressive and sensitive conversion will be completed in the year 2012. This action also stays true to Chateau Suau's history for exceptional quality as it was once the home of Joseph Guenant, Vice President of the Agricultural Society.


"Consumers tend to focus on the high end wines in the Bordeaux hierarchy, where prices can be extremely high, forgetting about the number of good wines made in the less prestigious appellations that sell for realistic prices." - Wine Advocate (Aug. 2010)

 



Monique Bonnet

Château Suau


The cellar


Aging Room


Stainless steel tanks


Gillardeau oysters and cheese tasting at Chateau Suau, Jan. 2007


Traditional wine and oyster tasting at Chateau Suau, Jan. 2008

The Vineyard
 The vineyard is situated in the Cotes de Bordeaux-Cadillac appellations, and encompasses 65 hectares (160.55 acres) of red grapes: 10% Cabernet Franc, 55% Merlot and 35% Cabernet Sauvignon; and 7 hectares (17.3 acres) of white grapes: 50% Sémillon, 30% Sauvignon, and 20% Muscadelle. The vines, planted in gravel and clay "terroir", benefit from favorable south-south east facing slopes and plateaus.
The vineyard is farmed with the culture raisonnée method, in conversion to an organic farming. The soil has a gravel and clay base. The red wines are aged in a combination of French oak barrels. No oak is used for the dry white wine produced.


L'Artolie

The Wines

 



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UPC code: 7 84585 00594 9
2010 Château Suau, Bordeaux Blanc / screw cap 12/750ml
The wine is made from 55% Sauvignon Blanc, 35% Sémillon, 10% Muscadelle. 
The grapes are destemmed and sorted on a table in the cellar. Fermentation in regulated stainless steel tanks at low temperature. Aged on fine lees during three months.
 This wine reveals complex aromas of honeysuckle, citrus and pineapple. It’s refreshing and expressive. An excellent depth of fruit as well as a long finish with a nice acidity. To be served at 8°- 10°C with seafood and grilled fish, or as an aperitif.

"Made from 55% Sauvignon Blanc, 35% Semillon, 10% Muscadelle; aged sur-lie for three months; a beautiful, traditional white Bordeaux with perfect fruit/acid balance and great length."
- Beverage Dynamics, 95 pts 
5 stars

Friendly, with up-front peach and almond notes that turn a touch diffuse on the finish. Drink now. 5,000 cases made. –JM
- Wine Spectator (Web Only 2011)

UPC code: 7 84585 00594 9
2009 Château Suau, Bordeaux Blanc / screw cap 12/750ml
 55% Sauvignon Blanc, 35% Sémillon, 10% Muscadelle. 
Vinification: temperature controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks, aging on fine lees for three months.
This expressive, refreshing and aromatic wine reveals honeysuckle and pineapple aromas. It has an excellent depth of fruit as well as a long finish with refreshing acidity.
Delicious as an aperitif or when served with shellfish, seafood and grilled fish.

 "Vinified and aged in stainless steel, the 2009 Bordeaux blanc, a blend of 55% Sauvignon Blanc, 35% Semillon, and 10% Muscadelle, exhibits lots of honeyed grapefruit and melon notes as well as a hint of tropical fruits. Fresh, elegant, and dry, it is best drunk over the next year."
- Wine Advocate (Aug. 2010)
RECOMMENDED VALUE PICK

Rated 87 pts by the Wine Enthusiast (Dec. 2010)

National Retail Price: $12.99 / bottle




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UPC code: 7 84585 01021 9
2010 Château Suau, Bordeaux Rosé 12/750ml
Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Press out of the Cabernet, fermentation in regulated stainless steel tanks at low temperature. Early release.
 Very aromatic wine, strawberry and raspberry nose. Fresh, fruity and well balanced on the palate. Served at 12°-14°C, it is excellent as an apetizer and pairs well with a range of dishes.

 

"Friendly and round, with cherry and strawberry notes. Fresh finish. Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Drink now. –JM"

- Wine Spectator (Web Only 2011)


UPC code: 7 84585 01021 9
 2009 Château Suau, Bordeaux Rosé 12/750ml
Made from 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 50% Cabernet Franc planted in clay and gravel based soils, with a south-southeastern exposure.
Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at low temperature. Screw cap closure.
Beautiful strawberry and raspberry nose. Fresh, fruity and well balanced. Excellent as an aperitif and served with a wide variety of dishes.

"labelThis rosé is made from 50% Cabernet Sauvignon- and 50% Cabernet Franc. It displays a dark rose color and has fresh ripe strawberry aromas with earth notes on the nose. . It has a flavorful attack with jammy raspberry notes, good balance, moderate acidity, and a pleasant finish."
- I-winereview.com (April 2010), 88 pts

"I also found the 2009 Bordeaux rose enchanting. Composed of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 50% Cabernet Franc, it offers crisp cranberry and red currant notes as well as a characteristic reminiscent of fresh watermelon. This is a dry, lively, vibrant, light pink rose to enjoy over the next 6 months."
- Wine Advocate (Aug. 2010), 87 pts
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UPC code: 7 84585 01023 3
2008 Château Suau, Rouge, Côtes de Bordeaux 12/750ml
The wine is made from 60% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc.
 The grapes are destemmed then sorted on a table in the cellar. Cold maceration before fermentation in thermo regulated stainless steel tanks with pumping over and punching of the cap.
With its ruby color, the wine offers notes of liquorice, cherries jam and toast. It’s full-bodied, fleshy, ample and well balanced. Serve at 16°-18°C. To go along with poultry and cheese.

 "A savory herb note runs from start to finish, but there's good flesh and weight to the core of crushed damson plum and black cherry fruit, with judicious toast on the finish. Drink now. 2,000 cases made. –JM"
- Wine Spectator (Web Only 2011) - 86 pts

 Awards : Bronze Medal (Vins d’Aquitaine Competition 2010) - Bronze Medal (Concours Général Agricole Paris 2010)

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UPC code: 7 84585 01023 3
2007 Château Suau, Premières Côtes de Bordeaux  Rouge, Tradition 12/750ml
Made from 65% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc..
Vinification in stainless steel vats.
Harmonious, fruity, smooth on the palate. Beautiful structure. Easy to drink.
UPC code: 7 84585 01023 3
 2006 Château Suau, Premières Côtes de Bordeaux  Rouge, Tradition 12/750ml
 Made from 65% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc..
Vinification in stainless steel vats.
Harmonious, fruity, smooth on the palate. Beautiful structure. Easy to drink.

"A more traditional offering is the 2006 Premieres Cotes de Bordeaux, a blend of two-thirds Merlot and the rest primarily Cabernet Sauvignon with a dollop of Cabernet Franc that never sees any oak. The result is an earthy, plum, and black currant fruitiness with hints of tobacco leaf and underbrush in the background. This supple textured red should be drunk over the next 1-2 years. I like the idea of no oak on these lower level Bordeaux as it allows the fruit to come through."
- Wine Advocate (Aug. 2010)
RECOMMENDED VALUE PICK

87 pts- Wine Enthusiast (Dec. 2010)

 National Retail Price: $14.99 / bottle

 

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UPC code: 7 84585 00274 0
2009 Château Suau, Rouge, Côtes de Bordeaux, Cadillac 12/750ml
The wine is made from 45% Merlot, 55% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Grapes are weighted, destemmed then sorted on a table in the cellar. Fermentation in thermo regulated stainless steel tanks. Ageing from beginning of November, after malolactic fermentation, in 100% French oak barrels (30% new oak) during 12 months.
 Fleshy, fruity and ample in mouth, this wine is attractive both with its ripe fruits aromas melted with roasted hints as well as its nice structure and elegant, pleasant finish. Should be served at 16°-18°C. To be served with meat and cheese.



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UPC code: 7 84585 00274 0
2005 Château Suau, Premières Côtes de Bordeaux Rouge, Prestige 12/750ml
 Made from 45% Merlot, 55% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels (30% new oak). A powerful and elegant balance and a good aging potential.

 Gold Medal - Macon Wine Competition, 2007

"A dense and complex wine, packed with ripe fruit while preserving an elegant demeanor. The tannins are dry, while the sweet fruit is developing well. Balanced, just waiting a year or so to show its best. — R.V."
90 pts - Wine Enthusiast (Dec. 2010)
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 National Retail Price: $26.95 / bottle

 

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UPC code: 7 84585 00927 5
2005 Château Suau, Premières Côtes de Bordeaux, L’Artolie 12/750ml
“Artolie” is the name of an outstanding parcel planted with Merlot at high density (7000f/ha), selected rootstocks, on a gravely slope overlooking a stream which name is “L’Artolie”. 
Made from 65% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc. Hand harvested and destemmed grapes, fermented in open 400-liter French oak barrels and aged in the same barrels for 15 months. Production is 4,500 bottles.

 National Retail Price: $59.95 / bottle


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UPC code: 7 84585 00275 7
2005 Château Suau, Cadillac, Vin Doux (Sauternes Style) 6/500ml
A blend of 60% Sémillon & 40% Sauvignon ~ only the Sémillon is botrytised. Sauternes style white with delicious honey, apricot, apple and pear flavors. Lovely freshness and acidity. Luscious wine.

87 pts - Wine Enthusiast (Dec. 2010)

 National Retail Price: $30.95 / bottle (500ml)