Bordeaux > Château du Tertre
Château du Tertre |
Excellent 16/20
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14 Allée du Tertre, 33460 Arsac, France
Open By appointment only, open 1st Jan to 31st Mar. Mon-Sat - 1st Apr - 1st Oct 31st: 7 days. Opening hours: 9:30 ‐ 12:30 / 13:30 ‐ 17:30 Cards MC,V,AE |
The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": Gorgeous setting with an interesting tour, friendly and knowledgeable staff, good number of wines on tasting To "Wine about": Nothing How many bottles did we buy: 3 Suitable for: Couples, Groups, Winelovers Visited October 2013 (weekday) |
Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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France
Aquitaine
Margaux (Bordeaux)
Well sign posted, paved road with paved driveway through the vineyards
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Upon Arrival
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Parking
Setting
Commercial/Boutique
Ambiance
Airconditioning/Fireplace
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The driveway leads you into the courtyard surrounded by the winery buildings. Plenty of space for parking available
Very pretty chateau with gorgeous landscaped gardens including a magnificent pool, situated amongst vineyards
Commercial
Very light room with large French style table and furniture. Exposed beams and tiled floor
Yes/Yes
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Tasting Experience
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Number of wines on tasting
Particular wines or varietals known for
Wait time
Knowledge of wines
Staff attitude
Winery Tour Offered
Tasting seating available at counter
Tasting sheet/order form provided for notes
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3+
Bordeaux
We were booked in for a tour that left on time
Excellent knowledge of the styles and vineyards and even gave us some extra information about the region and history
Friendly and knowledgeable
Yes (Tasting only available through tour)
There is a large table in the middle of the tasting room where visitors sit around for their tasting
Yes
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Food Offering
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Yes/No
Restaurant/Café/Tasting platter
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No
N/A
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Hip Pocket
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Price range of wines
Tasting Fee
Refundable on purchase?
Tour Fee
Delivery cost per dozen
Club Membership with Discounts etc
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€10-€80
Included as part of tour
No
€8-€12
Unknown
No
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Other features, facilities and offerings
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Gift Shop
Toys/play area for kids
Dog friendly
By the way...
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No
No
No
We enjoyed the tour which included the chateau grounds (including the lawn area where the owner's helicopter was parked!) as well as the winery
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