Château Gaudrelle: A Vouvray Wine Experience

Château Gaudrelle, located in the charming town of Rochecorbon, has been producing Vouvray wines since 1931. The estate itself dates back to the 17th century. The Monmousseau family has owned the estate since 1931, and they are committed to producing expressive wines. In recent years, Château Gaudrelle has embraced sustainable and organic farming practices. The winery's 16 hectares (40 acres) of vineyards are planted with Chenin Blanc grapes. These are used to produce a variety of Vouvray wines, including still and sparkling wines, in dry, semi-dry, and sweet styles. The estate boasts impressive troglodyte cellars carved directly into the hillside, offering a unique environment for wine maturation. Visitors to Château Gaudrelle can enjoy guided tours and tastings, exploring the cellars and sampling the estate's diverse range of Vouvray wines. The experience provides insight into the winemaking process and the characteristics of the Chenin Blanc grape. Wine tourism activities are available, such as cooking workshops, vineyard visits, wine games, and boat trips on the Loire River with wine tasting. The location is easily accessible and offers private parking. The shop and cellar are accessible to people with reduced mobility.