Château de Malherbes
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Located in Latresne, Château de Malherbes is an estate with origins dating back to 1389. It produces wines in the AOC Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. Acquired in 2014 by the Lindholm family, the property focuses on sustainable viticulture and features a modern gravity-fed cellar.
Identity
Château de Malherbes is located in the commune of Latresne, in the Gironde department. The estate is managed by Julia Lindholm and Christophe Bedouet, with Vincent Dornon serving as cellar master.
History and philosophy
The origins of Château de Malherbes date back to 1389, when it was founded by Guilhem de Malherbes. The château itself was built in the 16th century. In 2014, the Lindholm family acquired the property. The estate follows a sustainable approach to winegrowing. In 2021, a new gravity-fed cellar was built to ensure precise vinification.
Appellations
Château de Malherbes produces wines under the AOC Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux appellation.
Practical information
Château de Malherbes is located at 2 Chemin de Malherbes, 33360 Latresne. To contact the estate, call +33 5 56 68 02 64 or email boutique@chateaudemalherbes.fr.
Visits to the property are by appointment, though walk-ins are sometimes possible during the week. Advance booking is recommended, especially at weekends. Guided tours and tastings are charged and offer the opportunity to discover several of the estate's wines. Well-behaved dogs are welcome on a lead and must be carried in the working cellars. The estate also offers bed-and-breakfast accommodation (chambres d'hôtes), and picnics are permitted on site by prior reservation (48 hours in advance).
Château de Malherbes has an on-site boutique for wine purchases and offers shipping options. Payments can be made by cheque or cash. Wi-Fi is available, and spoken languages include French, English, Spanish, Italian, and Russian.
Find out more
Official estate websiteFrequently asked questions
- What is the history of Château de Malherbes and its vineyard?
- Château de Malherbes was founded in 1389 by Guilhem de Malherbes, with the current château built in the 16th century. In 2014, the Lindholm family acquired the property. Located in Latresne in the Gironde, the estate is committed to sustainable viticulture and modernised its facilities in 2021 with a new gravity-fed cellar designed for precise, gentle winemaking.
- What are the characteristics of the terroir at Château de Malherbes?
- The vineyard at Château de Malherbes benefits from clay-limestone and gravel soils that provide natural drainage. Its optimal exposure and distinct microclimate, moderated by the Garonne and protected by surrounding woodlands, foster grape quality. The estate receives approximately 2,200 hours of sunshine per year and an average of 124 rainy days. The natural hillside slopes ensure excellent sun exposure and water runoff.
- Which grape varieties are grown at Château de Malherbes?
- For its red wines, Château de Malherbes primarily uses Merlot, which accounts for 60% of plantings, complemented by 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc. The estate also grows Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc for its white wine production. This blend of grape varieties allows the creation of wines with diverse profiles, truly typical of the appellation.
- Can you visit Château de Malherbes, and what are the visit arrangements?
- Château de Malherbes is open for visits by prior arrangement. Advance booking is recommended, especially at weekends, though drop-in visits are occasionally possible on weekdays. Tours and tastings are fee-paying and provide an opportunity to discover the estate's range. Well-behaved dogs on leads are accepted, and bed-and-breakfast accommodation is available. Picnics on the grounds can be arranged with 48 hours' advance notice. An on-site shop offers wine for purchase, and delivery services are available.
The vineyard (terroir)
The soils at Château de Malherbes consist of clay, limestone, and gravel. The natural slopes provide excellent drainage and optimal sun exposure. Surrounding woodlands enhance the site's biodiversity and shelter the vineyard. Cool breezes from the Garonne moderate the hot summer days. The estate enjoys around 2,200 hours of sunshine annually and an average of 124 days of rain per year.
Flagship cuvées
The estate produces Château de Malherbes Rouge, crafted from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc. This wine is best served between 16 and 17°C and has an ageing potential of up to around 15 years.
Vinification and ageing
The estate operates a gravity-fed cellar built in 2021, allowing for a gentle approach to winemaking. The “Prestige Du Château De Malherbes Elevé En Fût De Chêne” is, as its name suggests, aged in oak barrels.
- Appellation
- Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux
- Commune
- Latresne
- Wine region
- Entre-deux-Mers
- Owner
- Julia Lindholm
- Technical direction
- Vincent Dornon
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 60%, Cabernet Sauvignon 25%, Cabernet Franc 15%, Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc
Practical information
- Address
- 2 chemin de Malherbes, 33360 Latresne
- Phone
- +33 5 56 68 02 64
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Visites sur réservation.
- Visits
- Recommandation de réservation à l'avance, surtout le week-end. Possibilité de visiter sans réservation en semaine.