Château d'Issan, 12th century wine estate in Margaux-Cantenac, France
The 44-hectare vineyard contains 62 percent Cabernet Sauvignon and 38 percent Merlot grapes, producing approximately 100,000 bottles of wine annually.
The estate's wine was served at Eleanor of Aquitaine's wedding to King Henry II in 1152, marking the beginning of Bordeaux's wine trade with England.
The property maintains traditional Bordeaux winemaking methods, aging their wines for 16 to 18 months in French oak barrels to develop complex flavors.
Wine enthusiasts can participate in guided tours of the estate, which include visits to the production facilities and cellars, followed by tastings.
The château stands surrounded by a water-filled moat, with the vineyard's gravel and clay soils benefiting from proximity to the Gironde estuary.
Location: Margaux-Cantenac
Website: http://chateau-issan.com
GPS coordinates: 45.03788,-0.65817
Latest update: May 24, 2025 14:20
The wine estates of Bordeaux spread across the Gironde department and produce wines under more than 60 appellations. The châteaux combine winemaking traditions with modern cellar techniques. Many properties open their doors to visitors, offering tours of vineyards, fermentation rooms, and barrel cellars. The grand estates of the Médoc, such as Château Margaux, Château Latour, or Château Mouton Rothschild, rank among the most recognized addresses in the region. In Saint-Émilion, châteaux cluster around the medieval village. The Entre-deux-Mers area features numerous smaller family operations. Wine routes traverse landscapes of vine rows and historic buildings. The architecture of the châteaux ranges from medieval fortresses to 18th and 19th-century residences. Some estates have commissioned contemporary cellars from architects like Norman Foster or Jean Nouvel. Tasting rooms allow visitors to sample different vintages and blends. Many domains also organize oenology workshops and receptions in their vineyards.
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