“A sense of place” is the estate’s philosophy, Troplong Mondot cannot be explained, it needs to be lived.
Château Troplong Mondot offers its guests a rare experience in the heart of Saint-Emilion vineyards. An immersion in an art of living where everything blends together: the beauty of the vines, the serenity of the blond stone building, a tasty cuisine, the poetry of the wooded parkland and its permaculture vegetable garden.
A magnificent region
Saint-Emilion is a medieval town and an exceptional place full of history, located in the wine region of Bordeaux, in the south-west of France. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999, the village is known worldwide for its protected wine-growing estate and the ancestral know-how associated with it.
The magic of a place often goes with its location. Situated in a privileged hilltop setting, the Troplong Mondot wine estate dominates its surroundings with a 360° view.
A prestigious wine estate to discover
“There is no great wine without a great soil but it doesn’t make everything. The excellence of a wine estate rests on the operational expertise: the right gesture, all the attention and care towards the vines…” says Aymeric de Gironde, General Manager of this 106-acre domain, one of the largest in Saint-Emilion.
For over 300 years, Troplong Mondot wines have reflected the richness of their terroir so favorable to the production of prestigious wines - Troplong Mondot is designated “Premier Grand Cru Classé”.
Staying at Troplong Mondot is a unique opportunity to discover the impressive winery and its architecture, and to enjoy the estate behind the scenes.
Le Château, an exclusive private home
Dating back to the 18th century and fully renovated in 2019, the Château is the exclusive refuge of guests who have chosen to make it their own, to enjoy Troplong Mondot’s experience: “art de vivre”, nature, authenticity and elegance.
In the privacy of your own chateau, Troplong Mondot makes every possible effort to provide the most memorable stay. The view is unique - the vineyards, the surrounding countryside and the unmissable village of Saint-Emilion.
The building is made of blonde stone, typical of the region, and the 500sqm (5380 sq ft) of interior are elegant, yet warm and welcoming. The ground floor is the living area, where hosts connect and relax. It features two living rooms and dining rooms, one with a large open kitchen and fireplace. The five bedrooms upstairs are spacious - each has its own bathroom. They infuse the peaceful atmosphere of a private home, carefully decorated in soft tones, with antique furniture.
Thanks to the wide range of immersive experiences offered and its unique setting, Château Troplong Mondot is the ideal place to discover the richness of the Bordeaux region, with friends or family. As a very confidential property, it is also perfectly suitable for exclusive professional reunions.
Local and seasonal gastronomy
On the estate and not far from the Château, the Michelin-starred Les Belles Perdrix restaurant offers a sublime setting. The dining room extends onto a panoramic terrace with a 180° view over an ocean of vines.
Chef David Charrier's cuisine is fine and precise - it magnifies the beauty of the terroir’s produces and follows the seasons. The estate's wines perfectly accompany the tasty seasonal dishes.
The Chef and his team use produces from the permaculture vegetable garden, as well as from local producers carefully selected.
Les Belles Perdrix has been awarded 1 Michelin star as well as 1 Green star.
An ever-present commitment to the environment
Troplong Mondot is a pioneer in sustainable winemaking and is taking ongoing actions to reduce its carbon footprint. There is a deep desire to protect nature and the surrounding environment.
Some initiatives :
Herbicides and insecticides have been banned from the vineyard for over 10 years; the land is only ploughed by horses, to keep the soil in the best, healthy condition.
The permaculture vegetable garden provides Chef David Charrier a large part of the vegetables and herbs for his dishes, which he supplements with products from local producers.
Restaurant waste is used to feed the estate's chickens and pigs.
Single-use plastics are no longer accepted on the estate.
Bespoke experiences, in all seasons
Staying at Troplong Mondot is a unique occasion to discover a famous wine estate behind the scenes:
An expert, enthusiastic guide takes visitors on a 4x4 tour of the vineyards - exploring the vineyards, looking at the horses’s work, learning about the soils and vinification process, discovering the scenic winery and vats, and of course wine tasting!
Children can get their own version of the estate visit in an electric car that they drive themselves
A luncheon on the grass or a unique experience into harvest can also be organized on request
And to supplement the experience at Château Troplong Mondot…
Heated swimming-pool from May to October
Yoga classes every morning, or private sessions
Bikes
Tour in the medieval village of Saint-Emilion
Les Clefs, a countryside house
Next to the Château, additional chic and cosy rooms are available for individual stays.
A first old building features two bedrooms and a two-bedroom apartment. It comes together with spacious living spaces, with a large lounge and terrace to get together at any time of the day. It is so easy to feel at home!
In addition, The Maison des Vignes is a small intimate house which features two bedrooms, a living room and a terrace. It is set in the middle of the vines.
Facts & Figures
Wine tourism destination just a few minutes from the emblematic village of Saint-Emilion
Privileged setting in the heart of a protected countryside, with 360° views over the vineyards and the village of Saint-Emilion
An exceptional wine estate with “ Premier Grand Cru Classé ” status
500sqm (5380 sq ft) fully serviced private Château - 5 bedrooms (10 people)
Heated swimming pool from May to October
Activities for all ages, on the estate and in the surrounding area
Restaurant Les Belles Perdrix, 1 Michelin star and 1 Green star - cuisine made with organic vegetables and fruits from the garden or local producers
Additional accommodation - Les Clefs - in 2 houses: one with 2 bedrooms plus one 2-bedroom apartment, and one with 2 bedrooms
A warm and attentive team
An ever-present commitment to the environment
The view from the estate over the village of Saint-Émilion
Le Château
The pool of the Château
Winery
Winery
The dining room of the Château
One room of the Château
A bathroom of the Château
The view from one room of the Château
The view from the estate
Building Les Clefs
Restaurant Les Belles Perdrix
View from the restaurant
Terrasse of the restaurant
Terrasse of the restaurant
© Cécile Perrinet Lhermitte © Bernard Winkelmann © Romain Ricard
Château Troplong Mondot, 33330 Saint-Emilion, France
Access :
Bordeaux Airport et Gare Saint-Jean : 50km (50 minutes by car)
Bergerac - Dordogne - Périgord Airport : 58km (1 hour by car)
Gare de Saint-Emilion : 6km (6 minutes by car)
Gare de Libourne : 10km (15 minutes by car)
Bordeaux city center : 46km
Bassin d’Arcachon : 100km