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Château Cavalier

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Inland Provence

There is no arguing about tastes and colours: at Château Cavalier they are indivisible. Located in the magnificent Côtes de Provence appellation, the château bathes in the contrasting light and shade that inspire rosés as vivacious as they are elegant.

Welcome to a flamboyant vineyard,
in the heart of inland Provence.

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132 contiguous
hectares

Château Cavalier glows in the foothills of the Massif des Maures, in Vidauban, in the Var. A vineyard of 132 contiguous hectares, naturally bordered by surrounding woodland.

Vignoble

Natural

At Château Cavalier, wines are fermented using natural yeasts. An abundant terroir, for a richly aromatic wine.

Soil and water

Cavalier is the name of the stream that flows through the property. Draining the soils of different plots, it contributes to the natural irrigation of the vines.

Freshness

At Château Cavalier, grapes ripen slowly on cool summer nights. The fog that rises from the vineyard every morning bears witness to this phenomenon.

Grappe
Vigne

360 degrees

From the top of the Sainte-Brigitte hill, visitors enjoy a panoramic view of the property, their gaze directed by a specially constructed orientation table. This vista provided the inspiration for Cavalier’s “Cuvée 360”.

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Culture

Certified Terra Vitis since 2012, Château Cavalier is committed to sustainable development. Working methods are designed to respect humankind and the environment, to better manage the vines and to preserve life.

Terra Vitis

Inland Provence

Far from the commotion of coastline, inland Provence is a calm, authentic haven. Its sense of serenity contrasts with the intense red of the soil. In this peaceful environment, Château Cavalier takes the time to grow the finest grapes.

Character

Behind a limpid, pale hue, Chateau Cavalier’s wines display a strong character. Gourmet rosés combine finesse and aromatic richness, for expressing a full-bodied provençal personality.

Mains tenant de la terre
Cuve

Temperature

At Château Cavalier, the summers are hot and dry. As such, the cellars have been entirely redesigned to master the art of temperature control, a major characteristic of the terroir and a sine qua non for making high quality wines.

Ambition

Considerable effort and investment have been directed towards vineyard management and vinification. As the growing number of awards would attest, Château Cavalier fully merits its place alongside the finest wines the Provence region has to offer.

Colour

Proudly provençal, Château Cavalier’s wines display a single colour, an ode to the flamboyant hues of their terroir...

Eco-grazing

In a context where soil preparation can sometimes be a challenge, Château Cavalier has chosen to implement the eco grazing method. Two herds of 400 sheep each are spread across 40 hectares of vineyards. Their main task is to graze the grass as close to the ground as possible, thus facilitating the initial soil preparation pass.

This collaboration strengthens our territorial commitment in the heart of the Provence region. We work closely with a local shepherd who ensures a smooth transition between the Bouches du Rhône and the majestic Southern Alps. The trials conducted this year at Château Cavalier align perfectly with our environmental strategy.

Ecopaturage

Night-time harvest

The grapes are harvested at night, with the vines safely veiled under a delicate layer of mist, conserving their freshness, like a sweet dream barely recalled.

The people of Cavalier

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Philippe Castel

A true visionary, he works daily with the technical team to provide strategic direction. The vast experience he has acquired working on the different family properties is of great use at Château Cavalier.

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Cédric Pla

Grandson of a winemaker, he oversees the management of the Castel Châteaux & Grands Crus entity. A graduate oenologist from the University of Dijon, he gained experience in prestigious properties both in France and abroad.

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Léa Mazubert

Léa Mazubert, a graduate of the Master's program in Vine and Wine Sciences at ISVV and the National Diploma in Oenology from ENSAT, led research and development before becoming the technical director of the Castel family properties in 2023. Passionate about precision, she is dedicated to unlocking the full potential of the terroirs.

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Lucas Puyo

Lucas Puyo, a graduate engineer from Bordeaux Sciences Agro with significant experience in Pic Saint Loup and Bordeaux, has been serving as the viticulture and winemaking manager since March 2021. He is fully committed to maintaining and enhancing the reputation of Château Cavalier.

FRESH NESS AND FIN ESSE

Harmony of flavors, balance in the blend, it's in delicacy that great rosés reveal themselves.

The Grand Cavalier cuvée embodies an elegant complexity. This gourmet rosé unveils its full power through a subtle nose dominated by white fruit and citrus aromas, offering a delightful and refreshing experience on the palate.

Grand Cavalier unveils its full power through a delicate olfactory bouquet where white fruit and citrus notes predominate.

Elegant and well balanced, the Marafiance cuvée is characterized by a beautiful freshness and perfect tension.

Grand Blanc de Cavalier

Grand Blanc

Rolle, Sémillon, Clairette

An original blend that endows the Grand Blanc with minerality, aromatic complexity, and aging potential.

Colour: Pale and crystalline.

Nose: Highly expressive offering a wide aromatic range with notes of pear, white peach, flowering boxwood, yuzu, and a hint of curry.

Mouth: A balance between freshness and creaminess. The finish remains very saline and has a great length.

Château Cavalier Terre de Provence

Grand Cavalier

Notre dame des anges

Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, Rolle

A blend of great southern varietals, alongside Cabernet-Sauvignon, make for an authentic “gourmet” rosé.

Colour: Lovely pale lychee pink.

Nose: Powerful, explosive and complex. The high proportion of Cabernet and Mourvèdre adds aromas of red fruit (raspberries, red currants etc.), citrus (grapefruit, lychees) and complex spicy aromas. Floral and mineral aromas come through after aeration.

Mouth: Very elegant and stylish. The aromatic palette becomes more complex with spicy notes joining the floral, citrus and red fruit aromas. The very fine and well-balanced structure is followed by a fresh finish with mineral notes.

92pts James Suckling, 2022 vintage
90pts Bettane & Desseauve, 2022 vintage
90pts Decanter, 2021 vintage
92pts James Suckling, 2021 vintage
92pts Robert Parker, 2019 vintage
Château Cavalier Cuvée Marafiance

Marafiance

Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Rolle, Sémillon, Cabernet-Sauvignon

An opulent blend, Marafiance is an expressive pairing for a wide variety of cuisines.

Colour: Pale pink, raspberry with bluish tints.

Nose: Very complex with an intense first nose showing notes of citrus and red fruit. The second nose develops floral and spicy aromas within an ensemble of great finesse.

Mouth: Very elegant and fine on the palate with red fruit and citrus. Floral and mineral notes then develop. The complex, aromatic finish creates a lovely acidic tension.

91pts Figaro et Vous Vin, 2023 vintage
90pts Bettane & Desseauve, 2022 vintage
90pts Decanter, 2022 vintage
Médaille d’OR, Concours de Paris, 2019 vintage
90pts Robert Parker, 2019 vintage
Château Cavalier Cuvée Marafiance

Terre de Provence

Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, Cabernet-Sauvignon, Mourvèdre, Carignan

An archetypal blend makes for an authentic inland Provence rosé.

Colour: Lovely bright pale salmon

Nose: Complex with aromas of citrus, tropical and yellow fruit with a hint of spice.

Mouth: Long finish with notes of sweet spices and citrus underpinned by nice acidic tension.

88,5pts Figaro et Vous Vin, 2023 vintage
Gold, Concours de Bruxelles, 2022 vintage
★★ Guide Hachette, 2022 vintage
360 de Cavalier

360 de Cavalier

Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, Rolle

A fresh and aromatic blend, ideal on its own or with barbecues.

Colour: Lovely bright and very pale lychee pink.

Nose: Aromas of fresh citrus, tropical fruit and red berries with hints of pear.

Mouth: Fresh, aromatic and lemony on the palate. Shows complexity and leads to a finish with notes of citrus, red and yellow fruit.

Châteaux et Domaines Castel

Château Cavalier is one of the jewels in the Castel Family Estates crown.

The Family Estates are an expression of our expertise, our passion for terroir, and our commitment to sustainability.

We have specialized in French wine since our establishment over 60 years ago. As both winemakers and wine merchants, Castel Châteaux & Grands Crus’ fine wine expertise has continually grown and evolved to the present day.

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