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Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion: A Bordeaux Jewel

Discover a unique Bordeaux wine experience at Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion, a historic urban vineyard blending tradition and innovation.

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Nestled within the city of Bordeaux, Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion offers a unique wine experience with a rich history dating back to the 16th century. This urban vineyard combines historical charm with modern winemaking techniques, offering visitors a glimpse into the world of Pessac-Léognan wines.

A brief summary to Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion

Local tips

  • Book your visit in advance, especially if visiting during peak season, to ensure availability for tours and tastings.
  • Consider taking public transportation, as the château is easily accessible from Bordeaux city center by tram and bus.
  • Wear comfortable shoes for the tour, as it involves walking through the estate, vineyards, and winery.
  • Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly, as part of the tour is outdoors.
  • Allow ample time for the visit, as the tour and tasting can take approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Bordeaux city center, take Tram Line A to the Saint-Augustin stop. From there, either transfer to Bus 24 and ride for three stops to the Campus Carreire stop, a 5-minute walk to the château , or walk approximately 10 minutes. A single tram or bus fare is around €1.70 [https://www.infotbm.com/en/ticket-prices].

  • Taxi

    Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber are readily available in Bordeaux. A taxi ride from the city center to Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion typically costs between €15 and €25, depending on traffic and the specific location of your starting point.

  • Walking

    From the Saint-Augustin tram stop on Line A, it is a 10 minute walk to the Chateau.

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Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion, a distinguished Bordeaux wine estate in the Pessac-Léognan appellation, boasts a history that intertwines with the prestigious Château Haut-Brion. In 1584, Jean de Pontac, owner of Haut-Brion, gifted land including a watermill to the Carmelite order, who managed the estate until the French Revolution. This legacy is honored in the estate's name. After the revolution, Léon Colin, a wine merchant, acquired the estate and his descendants, the Chantecaille-Furt family, maintained ownership into the 21st century. In 2010, Patrice Pichet, a real estate executive, purchased the estate, setting a record price for Bordeaux vineyard land. The estate spans 4.7 hectares (12 acres) with a grape distribution of 50% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Franc, and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. The annual production is approximately 1,800 cases of the grand vin, Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion, and 200 cases of the second wine, Le C des Carmes Haut-Brion. Visitors can explore the estate through personalized tours, discovering its history and heritage. The tour includes key sites of the château and the vineyards, followed by a visit to the winery where the secrets of wine production are revealed. The experience culminates with a guided tasting of a vintage of Carmes top wine and a vintage of C des Carmes Haut-Brion. The estate's location within Bordeaux makes it easily accessible, offering a unique opportunity to combine city sightseeing with a château visit.

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