Château Guiraud

1er Grand Cru Classé en 1855
Sauternes • 128 HA
« A contemporary Sauternes with a controlled sweetness »
Sandrine Garbay, Directrice générale

The estate

In brief

The oldest known text mentioning the estate is the will of Marie-Catherine d’Essenaut, widow of Joseph Guillaume Demons, councillor at the Bordeaux Parliament and baron of Latour, Soussans, Bessan and other places. She made a will in favour of her children, dividing up the family possessions. Her daughter Marie-Angélique inherited her property in Sauternes, described in the will as “&nbsp

The people behind Château Guiraud

Sandrine Garbay

Sandrine Garbay

Managing Director

Matis Bouscarra

Matis Bouscarra

Cellar Master

Appellation

Sauternes

Commune

Sauternes

Operator(s)

SOC CIVIL AGRI CHATEAU GUIRAUD

The vineyard / The winery

Soils sand-gravel, gravel-clay
Subsoils blue clay, clay, grey clay, red gravel, marl, limestone
Certifications Agriculture Biologique, Exploitation de Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE)
Château Guiraud vineyard
Château Guiraud vineyard
Château Guiraud vineyard
Château Guiraud vineyard
Château Guiraud vineyard
Château Guiraud vineyard
Château Guiraud vineyard
Château Guiraud vineyard

Wine tourism activities

L’Odyssée de Guiraud

L’Odyssée de Guiraud

Welcome to the innovative and ecological world of Château Guiraud! During the Guiraud Odyssey tour, visitors will learn about the history of the estate, the nature and biodiversity that surround it, and the agro-ecological growing practices applied in the vineyard. In the cellar, they will discover the expertise and mastery of the technical team and discover the ‘magic’ of vinification, to create elegant, well-balanced wines. The tour includes a tasting of the four wines produced at the estate, including the 1er Grand Cru Classé.
Guiraud à Bicyclette

Guiraud à Bicyclette

Whether you’re a curious enthusiast, a beginner or a wine-lover, this activity appeals to a wide range of people, whether you’re a couple, a family or a group of friends. This activity offers a sustainable experience thanks to soft mobility in the heart of nature. Several itineraries on electric bikes are suggested and guided by a connected application. On their return, visitors can enjoya guided tasting of the estate’swines. The routes are suitable for pedestrians. The activity is also suitable for young children, thanks to the presence of a scooter.
Guiraud & Chocolats

Guiraud & Chocolats

Following an immersive visit to the innovative world of Château Guiraud, chocolates from Chocolaterie Lalère in Bordeaux are paired with the estate’s wines during a guided tasting session. Visitors can explore these unique, gourmet pairings by discovering the different tastes and textures. Children can also take part in the tour, discovering how local fruit juices are combined with chocolates from Lalère.
Château Guiraud
Château Guiraud
Ch. Guiraud
33210 Sauternes

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