Skywalker Vineyards has just added the Château Margüi to its growing collection of international boutique wineries & vineyards. Château Margüi, located in Provence, France has historic ties dating back to the days of ancient Rome. This new acquisition positions Château Margüi among Skywalkers other estates including ‘Skywalker‘ in Nicasio, California and ‘Sommita‘ in Il Convento in the Province of Umbria, Italy.
“We are excited to include Château Margüi among our exclusive wine properties. It is the perfect complement to our magnificent Italian Estate and the scenic Skywalker Vineyards in California.” – Angelo Garcia, President of Skywalker Properties, and Lucas Real Estate Holdings
The Château Margüi is situated in the beautiful southwestern Bessillon mountain range, surrounded by natural springs, deep canyon rivers and rolling hills. The Estate and it’s 18th Century Chateau include 40 acres of vineyards, a 7 acre olive grove, and well over 200 acres of forests which include century old trees. Provence’s growing climate is particularly well suited for producing some brilliant Rosé. Château Margüi produces both a Vin Blanc and Rosé. The Rosé is made up of Cinsault, Grenache, Syrah, and Vermentino; being characterized by vibrant and elegant crisp grapefruit, lemon and exotic fruit notes. Later harvests are also highly common in the region allowing for an honest representation of the terroir. Other characteristics of the region include a unique micro climate, which benefits from a cold wind that travels from the Rhône valley into the mediterranean region; allowing for accelerated ripening.
“In addition to wine-making evolutions, tradition remains important, as we dedicate ourselves to reproducing the biodiversity, stability and resilience of our natural ecosystem, with respect for our terroir.” —Philippe Guillanton, Château Margüi Winery Manager
Bringing the same unique vision, Skywalker’s team is set on the same high standards of organic cultivation at their newest property. The wines of Château Margüi are a bringing together of old-world winemaking and commitment to sustainable land ownership. In addition, the vineyard’s plots are AOP Coteaux Varois en Provence classified. Which requires a very strict process for vine species selection as well as soil preparation in accordance with organic regulations.
