Organise your visit to our Médoc Château and its relaxed natural surroundings
Explore the Médoc vineyards and discover the winegrowers’ savoir-faire
Don’t miss out on your next visit to Château Fontesteau, a gem in the midst of France’s most esteemed wine region. Just north of Bordeaux in the Haut-Médoc, you will find our organic agriculture-practicing vineyard. Explore the vineyard and enjoy a guided tour which will give you an immersive insight into our natural environment, our cultural practices and our wine through an exceptional tasting experience.
We are committed to sharing with you our passion for each and every stage of the wine-making process, revealing the behind-the-scenes of our renowned reds that are shared and enjoyed with good food.
So that we can offer you the best experience, we invite you to make a reservation in advance to visit the Château.
We can organise a free tour and a tasting of our wines, including Château Fontesteau, awarded Cru Bourgeois Supérieur.
Plan your trip: discover the world of Bordeaux’s vineyards
Your trip begins here: get ready to explore and discover a Médoc vineyard in a fantastic region that can be appreciated by wine connaisseurs and complete newcomers to the world of wine alike. A complete visit includes a wine tasting, a dynamic and interactive tour, as well as the opportunity to learn about both eco-viticology and wine-making techniques for red wine.
Plan your trip.
Situated 50km from Bordeaux, 20km from Hourtin and 5km from Pauillac, Château Fontesteau welcomes you for a free visit and a tasting, preferably with a reservation.
Visiting hours
All year round, by prior reservation
Monday - Friday : 9.00-12.00 and 14.00-17.00
info@fontesteau.com
+33 (0)5 56 59 52 76
Lieu dit Fontesteau
33250 SAINT-SAUVEUR - FRANCE
Treat yourself to a Chic and Rustic Picnic Break in a lush, green setting.
How about trying a new twist on the picnic—one that's as beautiful as it is delicious? Picture enjoying top-quality, locally sourced products, all chosen to delight you, paired with a fine wine from our vineyard.
In pairs, groups of 4, 6 or more, we'll create a delicious moment for you.
Rediscover the pleasure of a tasty picnic, with a selection of charcuterie, cheese, fruit, nuts and even edible flowers.
The plate will be served with bread and butter, and a bottle of Château Fontesteau wine (37.5cl for 2 people, 1 bottle 75cl for 4 people).
Served with cutlery, paper napkins, small wooden boards and wine glasses.
Price: €30 / person
Option to sit in the shade under the oaks, on a table, or on the banks of Lac de Fontesteau (protective seating not provided).
*Optional dessert: Artisanal ice cream
RESERVATION 48h in advance
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Depending on inspiration and supplies, the platter will feature 3 to 6 cheeses such as Brie de Meaux, Gruyère de Savoie, Gouda de Gironde au Piment d'Espelette, Chèvre du Médoc, Tête de moine, Mimolette extra vieille.
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Become an ambassador for us.
After visiting the remarkable area in which Château Fontesteau is situated, and tasting our Haut-Médoc wines, we hope that you will want to share your experience. Your commitment to making our vineyard known would be grealy appreciated.
The Médoc : home to vineyards, ocean and outstanding beauty.
The Médoc territory offers a variety of experiences: a dip in the Atlantic Ocean, long walks along the fishing ports, the tasting of Bordeaux wines in the vineyards where they are cultivated, cycling trails through the forest, sailing on the Hourtin Lake. The Médoc Atlantic and Médoc Vineyard tourism offices will help you pick your next destinatinon. For discovering Bordeaux and its surroundings, have a look at the Gironde Tourism Office website.
Discover the Aquitaine’s Garden of Eden
Far from the hustle-and-bustle of summer, the Médoc’s varied and inexhaustable year-round appeal reveals itself to those who look closely: early birds, night owls, foodies of all ages, adventurous cyclists, solo hikers, foolhardy surfers and families of wine connoisseurs can delight in everything the Médoc has to offer, and can look forward to unique and meaningful encounters with our habitants and winemakers.