Château Lafleur
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Château Lafleur, owned by the Guinaudeau family, is based in Mouillac. Renowned for its Pomerol wines, the estate will transition to Vin de France starting from the 2025 vintage in response to climate change. Its 4.5-hectare vineyard is planted with Merlot and Cabernet Franc.
Identity
Château Lafleur is a winegrowing estate owned by the Guinaudeau family. The current directors are Sylvie Guinaudeau, Jacques Guinaudeau, Julie Guinaudeau, and Baptiste Guinaudeau. The property is situated in Mouillac, in the Gironde.
History and Philosophy
The history of Château Lafleur began in 1872 when it was founded by Henri Greloud. The property remained in the Greloud family until 1915, before passing to the Robin family from 1915 to 1984. André Robin shaped the early 20th century, followed by Thérèse and Marie Robin, the latter passing away in 2001.
The Guinaudeau family took over Château Lafleur under a tenant farming agreement in 1985, subsequently acquiring the property in 2002. They have overseen management since 1985. The estate has long stood by its motto: “Qualité passe quantité”.
From the 2025 harvest onwards, the estate announced that it will no longer claim the Pomerol and Bordeaux appellations. This decision is part of an initiative to adapt viticultural practices to the challenges of climate change, notably by allowing for vine irrigation. Trials are currently underway, such as injecting small quantities of water between rows or using misting techniques to lower temperatures.
Appellations
Historically, Château Lafleur has produced wines under the Pomerol appellation. Other cuvées have also been crafted under the Bordeaux Supérieur and Vin de France designations. Beginning with the 2025 vintage, the estate's wines will be marketed under the Vin de France appellation.
Winemaking and Ageing
Harvesting at Château Lafleur is carried out either by hand or mechanically. Cellar master Omri Ram oversees operations. Specific details regarding ageing vessels or duration are not documented.
Practical Information
Château Lafleur is located at Grand-Village, 33240 Mouillac. The estate can be contacted by telephone on +33 (0)5 57 84 44 03 or by email at ralitsa@chateaulafleur.fr. The estate does not host guided tours or wine tourism activities.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who are the owners of Château Lafleur?
- Château Lafleur is owned by the Guinaudeau family. The current directors are Sylvie Guinaudeau, Jacques Guinaudeau, Julie Guinaudeau, and Baptiste Guinaudeau.
- What is the appellation of Château Lafleur?
- Historically crafted under the Pomerol appellation, Château Lafleur announced that starting from the 2025 harvest, its wines will be released under the Vin de France appellation. This decision stems from the need to adapt viticultural practices in the face of climate change.
- What is the vineyard size of Château Lafleur and which grape varieties are planted?
- The Château Lafleur vineyard spans 4.5 hectares. It is planted in equal parts with Merlot (50%) and Cabernet Franc (50%). The vines have an average age of around forty years.
- Does Château Lafleur offer visits and tastings?
- Château Lafleur does not organise guided tours and is not open for wine tourism. Contact details (phone, email) are available for specific professional inquiries.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The Château Lafleur vineyard covers an area of 4.5 hectares, distinguished by gravel and deep clay soils. The vines, with an average age of around forty years, consist of equal parts Merlot and Cabernet Franc (50% each). Vineyard management follows sustainable viticulture (lutte raisonnée) through a traditional approach.
The estate manages a total of 90 hectares, which includes 24 hectares of vines, 50 hectares of meadows, and 16 hectares of woodland. To address climate challenges, sensors monitor soil moisture levels, and irrigation trials are carried out, notably using an overflow reservoir from the Dordogne.
Signature Cuvées
Château Lafleur produces six distinct wines. The flagship cuvée is Château Lafleur. The estate also offers Les Pensées, considered its second wine. Additional cuvées include Les Perrières, Les Champs Libres, Le Grand Village Rouge, and Le Grand Village Blanc. These wines stand out for their balance and complexity, faithfully expressing the terroir from which they hail.
- Appellations
- Pomerol, Bordeaux Supérieur, Vin de France
- Commune
- Mouillac
- Wine region
- Libournais
- Classification
- Pomerol (sans classement officiel)
- Owner
- Jacques & Sylvie Guinaudeau
- Technical direction
- Omri Ram (Maître de chai)
- Surface area
- 90 ha
- Second wine
- Pensées de Lafleur
- Grape varieties
- Merlot 50%, Cabernet Franc 50%
Estate news
07 August 2026
Lafleur Pomerol Irrigation Tests Bordeaux’s AOC Rules
En juin 2026, le Château Lafleur à Pomerol a débuté des irrigations contrôlées, testant ainsi les règles des Appellations d'Origine Contrôlée (AOC) de Bordeaux. Cette action intervient après la décision du domaine de se retirer des AOC Pomerol et Bordeaux pour le millésime 2025, plaçant ses six vins (Château Lafleur, Les Pensées, Les Perrières, Les Champs Libres, Château Grand Village Rouge, et Château Grand Village Blanc) sous la désignation "Vin de France". Cette démarche a été motivée par la nécessité d'adapter la viticulture aux défis du changement climatique, notamment la gestion des stress hydriques, que les règles actuelles des AOC ne permettraient pas d'aborder avec la précision et la rapidité jugées nécessaires par le domaine. Le déclenchement de l'irrigation par Lafleur au début du mois de juin 2026, suite à une vague de chaleur où les températures à Bordeaux ont atteint les 40°C, contraste fortement avec la date d'autorisation d'irrigation pour l'AOC Pomerol en 2025, fixée au 22 juillet. Le domaine a utilisé une méthode d'irrigation précise, injectant de petites quantités d'eau entre les rangs, loin des racines, afin de préserver l'écosystème du sol et de prévenir le stress hydrique avant que la vigne ne montre des signes irréversibles. Le maître de chai, Omri Ram, a souligné que cette décision n'était pas une "croisade" mais une démarche pragmatique basée sur la viticulture. Lafleur mène également des expérimentations de brumisation et utilise onze capteurs pour surveiller l'état hydrique des sols. Cette initiative met en lumière le débat au sein de la région de Bordeaux sur l'adaptabilité des règles d'AOC face aux réalités climatiques et interroge la valeur de la réputation du producteur par rapport à l'appellation pour les collectionneurs et le marché.
Read the source — enprimeurclub.comPractical information
- Address
- Grand-Village, 33240 MOUILLAC
- Phone
- 05 57 84 44 03
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Nous n'organisons pas de visite guidée et nous ne pratiquons pas l'œnotourisme.