Château Trotanoy, Premier wine estate in Pomerol, France
Château Trotanoy is an 8-hectare vineyard in Pomerol situated on an elevated plateau with clay and gravel soils. The property focuses on Merlot alongside a small percentage of Cabernet Franc, which undergoes fermentation in concrete vats before aging in oak barrels for an extended period.
The property gained recognition at the end of the 18th century as Pomerol-Giraud before Jean-Pierre Moueix acquired it in 1953. This change in ownership marked a turning point in the estate's development and reputation.
The name comes from "Trop Ennuie," a reference to the challenges of working this terrain. This history shapes how visitors experience the property, perched on its elevated position with views across the surrounding landscape.
Harvesting happens by hand across the elevated plateau, requiring significant physical effort from workers navigating the terrain. Plan visits during the growing season when you can observe the vineyard in its most active state.
The vineyard sits between a local church and Catusseau village, a location that shielded it from the severe frosts of 1956 that damaged neighboring vineyards. This protective position has allowed the property to maintain continuous production through challenging weather events.
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