Château Couteau

The grandfather of Rurik Nebolsine (the current owner) bought Château Couteau in 1965 (for his son, a well-traveled man who had lived in Africa and Belgium). The family, of Russian origin, owns the estate, whose name is said to derive from the Seigneur de Couteau, who is said to have owned land here. The house, now converted into a gîte, was built in 1850. Its outbuildings date back to the 17th century. Originally planted with 3 ha of vines, the estate now extends over 12 ha. Rurik Nebolsine cultivates them with the help of his wife Vanessa, taking care to respect nature (they use neither insecticides nor weedkillers). 10% of Château Couteau?s production is destined for the private market, and 90% for the cooperative cellar.