Château Eyquem
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Château Eyquem, owned by Vignobles Bayle-Carreau in Bayon-sur-Gironde, is HVE-certified. It produces Côtes de Bourg wines across 31 hectares of clay-limestone soils along the estuary.
Identity
Château Eyquem is a winegrowing estate owned by Vignobles Bayle-Carreau. It is located in the commune of Bayon-sur-Gironde.
History and philosophy
The terroirs of Côtes de Bourg were discovered by the Romans, marking a long winemaking history for the region. The estate itself was acquired by the Bayle and Carreau families in 1977. Today, it is managed by Xavier Carreau. The property is committed to an environmental approach, substantiated by Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certification.
The appellations
Château Eyquem produces wines under the Côtes de Bourg appellation, as well as Bourg.
Practical information
Château Eyquem is located at 2 Route de l’Estuaire, 33710 Bayon-sur-Gironde. The estate can be contacted by phone on 05 57 64 32 43 or by email at contact@bayle-carreau.com. Tours and tastings are available all year round on Tuesdays at 11:00, 15:00 and 17:00, with other days possible from Monday to Saturday. The tasting includes five wines (three reds and two whites) and lasts around one hour. English is spoken. The estate does not accept pets or groups for this tasting option. Exclusive wine experiences, such as tastings under hypnosis or straight from the barrel, are also offered. The property features parking and is accessible to persons with reduced mobility (PRM). The château’s tasting room is available for hire for private or corporate events, or to host artistic exhibitions. Several packages are available, ranging from simple room hire to comprehensive packages including a guided tour, tasting, and charcuterie and cheese platters.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where exactly is Château Eyquem located and how can it be contacted?
- Château Eyquem is located at 2 Route de l’Estuaire, 33710 Bayon-sur-Gironde. For enquiries, they can be reached by phone on 05 57 64 32 43 or by email at contact@bayle-carreau.com. The estate is situated on the prime hillsides along the estuary, near the Bec d'Ambès, benefiting from a southern exposure.
- What are the characteristics of the Château Eyquem vineyard?
- The Château Eyquem vineyard covers an area of 31 hectares. It is planted on clay-limestone soils situated on the prime hillsides, described as cool terroirs. The plots enjoy a southern exposure and lie along the estuary, near the Bec d'Ambès. Grape varieties primarily include Merlot (60%) and Malbec.
- Does Château Eyquem offer tours and tastings?
- Yes, Château Eyquem offers tours and tastings throughout the year. Slots are available on Tuesdays at 11:00, 15:00, and 17:00, and other days can be arranged from Monday to Saturday on request. The standard tasting lasts around one hour and features five wines (three reds and two whites). English is spoken for international visitors. Exclusive wine experiences, such as tastings under hypnosis or barrel tastings, are also offered. The estate is accessible to persons with reduced mobility (PRM) and provides on-site parking.
- What are Château Eyquem's flagship cuvées and their characteristics?
- Château Eyquem offers several notable cuvées. "Le Point de Mire" comes from a selection of exceptional hillside plots along the estuary, showing notes of violet and red fruit, with an ageing potential of around seven years. "Le Belvédère" is the château's first wine, crafted from plot selection and aged in new oak barrels. "Vigie" is a micro-cuvée of Malbec aged in stainless-steel barrels, renowned for its precision. Finally, "L'Exotique" is another selection from exceptional hillside sites located along the estuary.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Eyquem vineyard spans 31 hectares. It is established on clay-limestone soils on the prime hillsides, described as cool terroirs. These plots benefit from a southern exposure and sit along the estuary, close to the Bec d'Ambès.
Flagship cuvées
The estate offers several flagship cuvées:
Le Point de Mire
This cuvée comes from a selection of exceptional hillside plots along the estuary. It is characterised by notes of violet and red fruit, and offers an ageing potential of around seven years.
Le Belvédère
This is the château's first wine, resulting from plot selection and ageing in new oak barrels.
Vigie
This micro-cuvée is a Malbec aged in stainless-steel barrels, distinguished by its precision.
L'Exotique
This cuvée is another selection from exceptional hillside sites along the estuary.
Vinification and ageing
The wines of Château Eyquem are aged in vats and barrels, with ageing in barriques lasting up to three months for certain cuvées.
- Appellation
- Côtes de Bourg
- Commune
- Berson
- Wine region
- Les Vins de Côtes
- Owner
- Xavier Carreau
- Surface area
- 31 ha
- Certifications
- HVE
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 60%, Malbec
Estate news
23 August 2026
Tour de France durch die Weingärten von Bordeaux
Cet article explore le vignoble bordelais à travers une "Tour de France" à vélo, mettant en lumière la diversité de ses vins et les défis actuels de l'industrie. Le viticulteur Alexis Charrier, de Bommes, un village près de Sauternes, évoque la tradition familiale autour des vins liquoreux. L'itinéraire cyclable commence à Bordeaux, passe par la Cité du Vin, puis s'étend vers l'Entre-deux-Mers jusqu'à Saint-Émilion. On y apprend que, malgré l'afflux de visiteurs, l'industrie viticole est en crise, notamment pour les vins rouges, poussant les châteaux à innover dans le tourisme. Le Château Fleur de Lisse propose des cours de cuisine et des chais monumentaux. Dans le Graves-Sauternes, Caroline et Xavier Perromat du Château de Cérons ont développé des expériences œnologiques immersives, soulignant la passion qui les anime. Le pays du Margaux est représenté par le Château Siran, qui mise sur des dégustations pédagogiques et son riche patrimoine. Enfin, dans les Côtes de Bourg, Valérie Bassereau du Château de la Grave a réduit ses surfaces viticoles pour se diversifier dans l'œnotourisme. L'article conclut sur la beauté des paysages viticoles et l'expérience sensorielle d'une dégustation au Château Eyquem, tout en mentionnant que la région de Bordeaux n'a pas été affectée par les récents incendies. La période idéale pour cette découverte est du printemps à l'automne, avec des options d'hébergement sur des domaines comme Sigalas Rabaud et le Château de la Grave.
Read the source — lz.dePractical information
- Address
- Route des Arnauds, 33390 BERSON
- Phone
- 05 57 64 32 43
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Toute l’année le mardi à 11h, à 15h et à 17h (autres jours possibles du lundi au samedi)
- Visits
- Accueil pour découvrir les assemblages, les élevages et la vue.