Planning a trip to the Bordeaux wine region is tricky. There are so many wineries, estates, and castles to check out that it quickly becomes overwhelming to make a choice as to which ones to visit and where to stay. We can help. Let us make your trip a little more manageable by recommending a wine estate that is very much worth the detour: Maison Dubreuil. This under-the-radar wine destination, with its recently restored farmhouse, is one of the best-kept secrets in the area. You want good wine, a gorgeous traditional house, a private chef, peace and a total immersion in the world of Bordeaux wine? This is the place to hit.
Maison Dubreuil: A Wine And Hospitality Success Story
When it started in 1997, Clos Dubreuil only had one three-acre plot of vines – not much to go on. But because that plot of wine was in the famous Saint-Émilion wine-growing area, the estate had the potential to make a name for itself. And when it was purchased by Ralph Eads in 2006, it did exactly that. Eads’ mission was to transform it into one of the topmost wine estates in the world, and it’s fair to say that he’s fulfilled his ambition. Today, Clos Dubreuil has 18 acres of vines over 11 plots, and their signature wine is the Clos Dubreuil, a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc that is classified as a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé. If you don’t speak wine, let us translate: this is some really good red.
But there’s more to the Dubreuil brand than wine. In 2023, Clos Dubreuil opened Maison Dubreuil, a beautifully restored traditional farmhouse set among the vineyard. And because you need a place where to try out all this delicious, award-winning wine, Maison Dubreuil makes for the perfect pied-à-terre.
Staying At Maison Dubreuil
Maison Dubreuil is exactly what you’d expect from a renovated farmhouse in rural France. It’s elegant, charming and filled with traditional architectural and decorative elements such as stone walls, parquet floors, large fireplaces, light-blue shutters, antique furniture, and more. In short, if you’re looking for a high-tech, modern house, you need to pass your way. This one is for travelers who want an authentic, steeped-in-French-culture experience. That said, there are contemporary amenities on site, including a pool and a fully equipped gym.
Maison Dubreuil has six bedrooms and is able to accommodate up to 12 guests. The property is only available for three-night-minimum private bookings – per-room bookings are not securable.
The concierge service at Maison Dubreuil will make your trip a breeze. From airport transfers to private yoga sessions, in-house massages, and private chefs, anything can be arranged. Bike tours, flights in hot air balloons, day trips to the beach, and other activities can also be scheduled for when you want to take a break from wine tasting.
Dubreuil Wine Club
American wine lovers should be tempted to become a member of the Dubreuil Wine Club. For an annual fee of just €1,500 (about $1,780), you’ll receive 12 bottles of Clos Dubreuil, 12 bottles of Dubreuil Chardonnay, discounts on Clos Dubreuil’s entire library of wines, and exclusive rates for overnight stays at Maison Dubreuil. Not bad, especially when you know that taxes and shipping fees are included in the aforementioned fee. The club is limited to 300 members and you can become one by signing up online.
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FAQs
Q: Where is Maison Dubreuil located?
A: It is located in the very small town of Saint-Christophe-des-Bardes in the heart of the famed wine-growing region of Bordeaux, France.
Q: How many bedrooms does Maison Dubreuil have?
A: There are six bedrooms able to accommodate 12 guests in Maison Dubreuil.
Q: Can I rent Maison Dubreuil?
A: Yes, you can rent Maison Dubreuil in its entirety for a minimum of three nights. Per-room bookings are not available.
