Chateau Cadet (red)
AOC CASTILLON COTES DE BORDEAUX
A rising star in the Castillon area, the Mitjavile family (Tertre Roteboeuf) have once again produced an extremely commendable wine.
WINE MAKER
Louis Mitjavile. After years of advising wine producers throughout the world, Louis
Mitjavile acquired this property in Castillon and enjoys channeling his talents into his own wine – Château Cadet
SITE
Located in the Côtes de Castillon, an appellation which is becoming increasingly more popular, this property borders Saint-Emilion.
GRAPE VARIETY
85% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon.
SOIL
Chalk, clay and limestone.
GROWING METHOD
25 year old vines with an average yield of 42 hectoliters / hectare.
SURFACE AREA
19 hectares.
DENSITY
6000 vines / hectare.
VINIFICATION
4 weeks maceration.
AGING
18 months in oak barrels.