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Beauregard Castle, located in Juillac-le-Coq in the Charente department, is an 18th-century building built around 1737. It was originally acquired by Paul-César Guédon, a referendum adviser at the Parliament of Bordeaux, before going through marriage to the family of Lotherie. This long rectangular house, enlarged until 1761, has a facade decorated with sculptures and a forebody with triangular pediment, typical of the classical architecture of the period. The facades and roofs, as well as interior elements such as the rock chimneys and a wrought iron staircase, were protected in 1988.

The estate, now in the heart of a wine estate renowned for its cognacs and pine trees in the Charentes, underwent notable changes at the end of the 19th century, including the addition of a baluster terrace to extend the cellars. The interior retains original elements, such as a walled living room and stone fireplaces, despite the development of an entrance hall and a hallway upstairs. The castle, open to the public in summer, illustrates the alliance between architectural heritage and Charente wine tradition.

The castle of Beauregard, which was listed with the additional inventory of historical monuments in 1988, embodies the legacy of the 18th century regional elites. Its architecture, marked by rock influences and a careful decor, reflects the prestige of its former owners, while serving today as a showcase for local productions. The protection covers facades, roofs, terraces, as well as emblematic interior elements such as the stairwell and chimneys.

The property, still active in the production of spirits, perpetuates a centuries-old wine tradition. Summer tours allow you to discover both the history of the place and the flavours of the terroir, with tastings of cognac and pineau. This dual heritage, both architectural and oenological, makes the castle an emblematic place of the Charente and New Aquitaine.

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