S.C.V. Castelmaure
Corbières (Languedoc)

The Estate
 S.C.V. Castelmaure was founded in the 1920’s and today consists of 65 members, of which 15 bring 85% of the production. The winery is located in the unofficial Corbières cru site of Durban (there are 11 unofficial Cru’s in Corbières), which will become soon an official Cru together with Boutenac and Alaric. The Serre mountain in the south protects the little plateau of Castelmaure from the off weather patterns of the Mediterranean sea.
Patrick de Marien, the president of the cave, and Bernard Pueyo, the director, work in conjunction with Tardieu/Laurent in trying to produce wines of higher quality each year.


Castelmaure


Bernard Pueyo (Director), Patrick de Marien (President) 
and Patrick Frérot (Vineyard manager)


Castelmaure new modern facility

The terrace overlooking the vineyards

The Vineyard 
The AOC Corbières was created in 1985 and measures 23,000 hectares (56,810 acres). The appellation requires a minimum of two grapes in a wine blend.
The co-op farms 350 hectares (868 acres) around the tiny hamlet of Embres et Castelmaure.  The 760 parcels are inspected and the characteristics recorded on computer. Each parcel is supervised individually by a technician who dedicates his time to this task. They have re-learned to prune, plough, check yields, sort, select, with a permanent focus on the respect of the environment. All the grapes are harvested by hand. In the cellar, vats hygiene, temperature control, ultramodern pressing contribute to a better expression of the terroir.
Castelmaure produces 90% red wine of which 80% is A.O.C. Corbières.
The soil is made of schist, limestone, alluvial river wash and argilo-calcaire.

      
Schiste, limestone soil

The Wines



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UPC code: 7 84585 00200 9
2009 Corbières Rouge, Grande Cuvée, Castelmaure 6/750 ml
 In the early 1990’s, Castelmaure began experimenting with a Prestige Cuvée of Corbières.  This wine has become known as “Grande Cuvée” and is made with the help of the winemaking team of Tardieu-Laurent. 
Made from 45% Grenache (20 year old), 45% Syrah (20 year old), 10% Carignan (40 year old).
Vinification: destemming, pneumatic press, end of fermentation at 25 degrees C; two racking; aging in tank then in 220 Liter Bordeaux barrels for 10-12 months. Egg fining, slight filtration..
Deep and intense color, powerful aromas of dark berry fruit, prune and coffee nuances, and a persistent finish.

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UPC code: 7 84585 00200 9
2008 Corbières Rouge, Grande Cuvée, Castelmaure 6/750 ml
 In the early 1990’s, Castelmaure began experimenting with a Prestige Cuvée of Corbières.  This wine has become known as “Grande Cuvée” and is made with the help of the winemaking team of Tardieu-Laurent. 
Made from 45% Grenache (20 year old), 45% Syrah (20 year old), 10% Carignan (40 year old).
Vinification: destemming, pneumatic press, end of fermentation at 25 degrees C; two racking; aging in tank then in 220 Liter Bordeaux barrels for 10-12 months. Egg fining, slight filtration..
Deep and intense color, powerful aromas of dark berry fruit, prune and coffee nuances, and a persistent finish.

- Wine Enthusiast, (February 2012), 91 pts

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UPC code: 7 84585 00200 9
2007 Corbières Rouge, Grande Cuvée, Castelmaure 6/750 ml
 Made from 45% Grenache (20 year old), 45% Syrah (20 year old), 10% Carignan (40 year old).
"A top-flight Corbieres from this reliable producer, the 2007 Grand Cuvee is a blend of 45% Grenache, 45% Syrah, and 10% Carignan. Abundant notes of spicy fruitcake, roasted herb, toast, black currant, and kirsch emerge from this expressive, round, generous, full-bodied red. It is ideal for drinking over the next 5-6 years."
- Wine Advocate (Aug. 2010), 92 pts

2006 Corbières Rouge, Grande Cuvée, Castelmaure 6/750 ml
 "Deep aromas of thyme, olives and sage speak of the traditional garrigue character of wines from southern France, yet this wine has an impressive richness that should appeal to fans of New World wines."
- Washington Post (Sept 09), EXCELLENT

2005 Corbières Rouge, Grande Cuvée, Castelmaure 6/750 ml
90 pts from Wine Enthusiast (Aug 2009)


"A ripe, juicy style with flavors of raspberry, dark currant and kirsch. Mincemeat and plum pudding notes fill the supple, spicy finish. Drink now through 2011."
- Wine Spectator (July 2008), 88 pts

National Retail Price: $22.99 / bottle


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UPC code: 7 84585 00021 0
2009 Corbières Rouge, Col des Vents, Castelmaure 12/750ml
50% Carignan, 35% Grenache, 15% Syrah.
Brambly berry, cherry and raspberry, spices, black pepper…all are present in this authentic French country wine.

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UPC code: 7 84585 00021 0
2008 Corbières Rouge, Col des Vents, Castelmaure 12/750ml
The wine is made from 50% Carignan, 35% Grenache, 15% Syrah.
Brambly berry, cherry and raspberry, spices, black pepper…all are present in this authentic French country wine.

 "This is one of my favorites, year in, year out, because of its bright fruit and acidity, its floral aromas and its impeccable balance. The Languedoc produces an ocean of wine, and this one is regularly a standout value."
- Washington Post (Nov. 2010), EXCEPTIONAL
GREAT VALUE

BRONZE MEDAL - 2011 Dallas Morning News and TexSom Wine Competition



2007 Corbières Rouge, Col des Vents, Castelmaure 12/750ml
"This wine is so beautifully aromatic and floral that it triggered my spring allergies. In January. It is light in body and refreshing."
- Washington Post (Feb. 10)
VERY GOOD - GREAT VALUE
National Retail Price: $11.99 / btl

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 UPC code: 7 84585 00137 8
2008 Corbières Rouge, Col des Vents, Castelmaure 6/1.5l 

National Retail Price: $22.95 / magnum



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UPC code: 7 84585 01286 2
NV Castelmaure, La Buvette 12/750ml
Made from 60% Grenache, 40% Carignan
Vinification: Grenache - destemming in low temperature, short maceration..
Carignan - carbonic maceration.
Fining, filtration, cold stabilization.
A purple color, intense aromas of strawberry and cassis. Fresh and fruity in the mouth with silky smooth tannins. Great as an aperitif, it also pairs well will grilled meats, salads.

National Retail Price: $9.99 / btl

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UPC code: 7 84585 01285 5
2008 Castelmaure, La Pompadour, Corbieres 6/750ml
Made from 50% Carignan, 30% Syrah, 20% Grenache.
Aged in tanks then in 220 liter-bordelaise barrels; bottling with slight filtration.
Powerful aromas of red fruits and blackberry, spices and garrigue. Round and ample in the mouth, a silky texture, ripe flavors and vanilla notes. Great length.

- Wine Enthusiast, (February 2012), 91 pts


National Retail Price: $17.99 / btl

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UPC code: 7 84585 01319 7
2010 Castelmaure, Vin-Gris, Rosé, Corbieres 12/750ml
Made from 80% Grenache, 10% Carignan, 10% Cinsault.
Pale pink rose color, a classic gris de gris wine with salmon hues. Delicate strawberry nose, seamless and fine pointed.

"(80% grenache and 10% each of carignan and cinsault): Light pink. Strawberry and orange zest on the bright nose. Lively and dry, with good cut to its tangy red berry flavors. Bitter citrus and herb notes carry through the spicy, tight finish."
- Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (June 2011), 88pts

 National Retail Price: $11.99 / btl