Château Pichon Baron
Bordeaux, France
- No.60 The World's 50 Best Vineyards 2025
Castles don't come more picture‑perfect than the nineteenth‑century Château Pichon Baron, its turrets and spires reflected in the forecourt's rectangular pond. The still water belies the activity of the winery and cellars underneath, which were reconstructed following an architectural competition organised with Paris' Centre Pompidou in 1988. This Second Growth estate, founded during the Grand Siècle, produces some of the most intense, sophisticated Pauillac going, and you'll be treated to a vertical tasting of three such wines at the end of a bespoke estate tour, after viewing the vineyards (with vines up to 80 years old) and the modernised facilities. Bookings are essential and ensure a personalised experience.
Key Information
- Opening times: Mon – Sun: 09:00 – 12:30, 14:00 – 17:00 by appointment only
- Signature wine: Château Pichon Baron Grand Cru Classé Pauillac
- Wines produced: Red
- Grape varieties: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot
- Hidden gems: 19th century castle
- Time from airport: 1 hour from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport
- Visit Château Pichon Baron's website
Location
Chateau Pichon Longueville (BARON), Pauillac, Bordeaux, 33250
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