There is something special about discovering Bordeaux by car.

Leaving the main roads, driving through vineyards, stopping in small villages, finding places that feel authentic rather than staged. For many visitors travelling from Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and across Europe, Bordeaux is not only a destination for wine tasting, but a tradition of returning home with bottles, memories and new discoveries every few years.

Located a short drive from Bordeaux, welcomes visitors looking for a more personal and immersive experience of the region.

A Family-Owned Winery Near Bordeaux

Château de Malherbes is a family-owned estate where wine, architecture and hospitality come together naturally. The winery was designed around gravity winemaking, allowing the wines to move gently through the cellar while preserving precision and balance throughout the vinification process.

Rather than large industrial tours, we focus on human connection, conversation and discovery. Many guests appreciate the relaxed atmosphere of the estate, the contemporary architecture, the panoramic views and the opportunity to better understand modern Bordeaux winemaking in an approachable way.

An Authentic Bordeaux Wine Experience

Every visitor discovers Bordeaux differently.

Some come to deepen their understanding of wine.

Some are travelling through the region on holiday.

Some are looking for hidden gems away from crowded tourist circuits.

Others simply want to spend a beautiful moment around wine, landscapes and conversation.

At Château de Malherbes, visits are designed to feel warm, immersive and accessible, whether you are passionate about wine or simply curious to explore Bordeaux differently.

Ideal for Travellers Exploring Bordeaux by Car

Many of our visitors travel through Bordeaux by car while exploring the southwest of France, Saint Emilion, Arcachon, Dordogne or the Atlantic coast.

The estate is easily accessible from Bordeaux and offers convenient parking for visitors wishing to stop for a tasting or purchase wines directly at the property.

For many European travellers, visiting wineries by car also means the possibility of bringing bottles home directly from the estate. We regularly welcome guests who return every one or two years to rediscover the region and stock up their personal cellars with wines purchased directly from Bordeaux producers.

Buy Bordeaux Wines Directly at the Estate

After the tasting experience, visitors can purchase wines directly at Château de Malherbes.

Our wines are often appreciated by guests looking for Bordeaux wines combining elegance, accessibility and character, whether for immediate enjoyment or for ageing over time.

Many visitors enjoy leaving not only with bottles, but with a deeper understanding of the place, the philosophy behind the wines and the stories connected to the estate.

Who is this experience for?

This experience may be ideal for you if:

- you are looking for a family-owned winery near Bordeaux

- you prefer intimate and authentic tastings over crowded tourist experiences

- you enjoy discovering modern Bordeaux wineries with strong architectural identity

- you would like to buy wine directly from the estate

- you are travelling through Bordeaux by car

- you appreciate places that combine wine, atmosphere and hospitality

- you are searching for Bordeaux wines in a premium yet approachable style

- you are curious about sustainable and low-intervention vineyard practices

International Visitors Welcome

Château de Malherbes regularly welcomes visitors from around the world, including guests from the United States, the United Kingdom, Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy and many other countries.

Over the years, the estate has also become a destination appreciated by international travellers looking for a more personal and immersive Bordeaux wine experience, including visitors from Asia and Russian-speaking guests discovering the region through wine, architecture and hospitality.

Visits may be organised in English, French or Russian depending on availability.