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Château de Mérande

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Château de Mérande
Situated in the Combe de Savoie region of France, in Arbin, Château de Mérande is the fruit of generations of work: the Genoux family already cultivated vines in the 13th century in Abymes, and settled in Arbin in the 20th century.

The 2000s marked a major evolution in the field. 
In 2000, the vineyard was enlarged with the re-opening of former hillsides. In 2001, the renovated winery was moved to Château de Mérande - a landmark in local history.
Since 2009, the Genoux brothers have been managing the Château de Mérande vineyard according to biodynamic principles, in addition to certified organic viticulture.

The 12 hectares that make up this Arbin estate are planted mainly with Mondeuse.

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Château de Mérande - Roussette de Savoie Son Altesse 2023

90/100 RVF

(Vintage 2022 notes)
altesse
floral
complex
fish

"Son Altesse la Roussette is revealed here on beautiful notes of violets!"

An intense, complex cuvée with lovely floral notes enhanced by fruity freshness. The palate is supple, rich and balanced, with a mineral finish of lime and fresh almonds. Altesses of great origin!

Château de Mérande - Chignin Bergeron Le Grand Blanc 2023

91/100 RVF

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16/20 Jancis Robinson

(Vintage 2022 notes)
roussanne
smooth
foie gras
aperitif

"You can bite into a ripe apricot, a real treat!

This Grand Blanc, with its deep golden yellow color, has surprising floral notes. Its fresh, mineral and apricot notes are the hallmark of a Bergeron of fine origin. On the palate, it asserts itself with generosity, recalling the unctuousness of ripe apricots. The finish is enhanced by a slight bitterness of fresh almond and minerality. A perfect match for pan-fried foie gras, Bresse poultry or summer Beaufort.

Château de Mérande - Arbin Mondeuse La Belle Romaine 2022

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3.5/5 (2 reviews)

90/100 RVF

mondeuse
racy
rib steak
cuvée phare

"Its finesse and elegance are the signature of the estate.

"La Belle Romaine is the flagship Mondeuse cuvée at Château de Mérande. It offers immediate notes of rose and violet. The palate is savory, with well-integrated tannins and a spicy character on the finish." (Le Guide RVF 2025). An exceptional cuvée, floral, fruity and spicy, where the soul of Savoie is expressed.

Château de Mérande - 1248 Apremont 2023

jacquère
fruity
freshness
raclette

"A taut, floral and invigorating white!

The date 1248 on this cuvée refers to a catastrophe that took place at the time, when a gigantic landslide covered part of the Chambéry cluse and the Grésivaudan valley. The vines for this wine were planted on this scree by the family's grandfather in 1919. Today, this cuvée carries us away with its floral aromas, refreshing minerality and beautiful fruity structure.

Château de Mérande - Arbin Mondeuse La Noire 2019

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2/5 (1 review)

17,5/20 RVF

(Notes vintage 2017)
mondeuse
racy
game
great wine

Its exceptional terroir and "of this parcel result in this magical cuvée every year. cuvée, unique in Savoie for its balance, structure, minerality and and concentrated aromas of blueberry, violet, sweet spices and cedar. A great wine for laying down!

Château de Mérande - Chignin Bergeron Le Grand Blanc 2019

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3/5 (1 review)

15/20 RVF

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1*Étoile Hachette

(2018 vintage notes)
roussanne
smooth
rich

"A harmonious Roussanne

This golden, fat Grand Blanc has a juicy, fairly nervous texture. It asserts itself generously, recalling the unctuousness of ripe apricot. The expression of fruit is underscored by a saline finish. A Chignin Bergeron that combines great richness and freshness.

Château de Mérande - Roussette de Savoie Son Altesse 2018

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3.4/5 (5 reviews)

14,5/20 RVF

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14,5/20 Bettane & Desseauve

altesse
complex
honeyed notes

"An exceptional Roussette

"An altesse vinified without sulfur, with a lovely aromatic complexity (brioche, white flowers, peach, nashi pear). On the palate, it's full-bodied and honeyed." (Le Guide des Vins Bettane & Desseauve) This beautiful bottle bears witness to the perfume and delights of Altesse. An exceptional Roussette!

Château de Mérande - Arbin Mondeuse Le Comte Rouge 2015

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3.2/5 (4 reviews)

15,5/20 Bettane & Desseauve

(2014 vintage notes)

In its intense purple color, Le Comte Rouge reveals racy aromas of spice and fur. Aged in barrel for 12 months, this Mondeuse is dense, with complex tannins and persistent length. It will need a little time to soften.

Château de Mérande - Roussette La Comtesse Blanche 2014

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4/5 (4 reviews)

16/20 RVF

(2013 vintage notes)

Intense and complex, La Comtesse Blanche reveals a bouquet of white flowers, citrus fruit, quince paste and beeswax. This Roussette de Savoie is rich, supple, mineral and well-balanced, with a well-integrated woody backdrop providing elegant substance.