Spend two immersive hours at Château Haut Breton with a guided vineyard tour, tasting four exquisite wines, and enjoying a wine-paired picnic under stately plane trees or on the pétanque terrace. A perfect outing for friends and couples in Nouvelle-Aquitaine.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels with minimal walking over gentle terrain.
Wildlife
History
Château Haut Breton has upheld winemaking traditions of Nouvelle-Aquitaine for generations, contributing to the Bordeaux region’s global reputation.
Conservation
The estate practices sustainable viticulture methods, emphasizing soil health and biodiversity preservation within the vineyard.
Château Haut Breton
Spend two immersive hours at Château Haut Breton with a guided vineyard tour, tasting four exquisite wines, and enjoying a wine-paired picnic under stately plane trees or on the pétanque terrace. A perfect outing for friends and couples in Nouvelle-Aquitaine.
Château Haut Breton, located in Soussans in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, is a historic family-owned estate operated by the De Schepper family across three generations. The château produces wines from Margaux, Bordeaux Supérieur and Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellations and opens its cellar and barrel room for guided visits and tastings. Visitors can choose from a range of curated experiences: short terroir tastings, in-depth prestige sessions, private vineyard tours with barrel sampling, and relaxed visits with picnic or tapas pairings.
Guided by estate experts, each experience explains local terroir, grape varieties, and winemaking techniques used at Château Haut Breton Larigaudière. Tastings range from three-color samplers (rosé, white, red) to six-wine prestige flights, and often include direct barrel comparisons between French and American oak. Several visits highlight the estate’s traditional cellar, vine plots, and the De Schepper family’s heritage, offering both educational context and sensory tasting.
Groups can select private options such as 'La Parenthèse Unique' for a one-on-one vineyard walkthrough and barrel tasting, or shorter 30-minute terroir sessions for a focused introduction. On-site amenities include a boutique tasting space, a terrace shaded by plane trees, and pétanque facilities for relaxed post-tasting moments.
Château Haut Breton’s public programs emphasize transparency in production, regional appellations, and hands-on tasting notes. The estate provides clear descriptions of each tour, consistent family stewardship, and a range of tasting formats suitable for both casual visitors and committed wine enthusiasts. Booking information, group accommodations, and private requests are available through the château's booking channels and on-site boutique staff throughout the year.
Location
Soussans, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
In the heart of Margaux wine country
Family Winemakers
3 generations
De Schepper family stewardship
Appellations
Margaux; Bordeaux Supérieur; Saint-Émilion
Prestigious regional AOCs
Visit Lengths
30 min–2 hours
Short tastings to full visits
Select a guided tasting or private vineyard tour and secure preferred dates — family-led wine experiences in Margaux await.
Reserve in advance
Tours and picnics fill quickly, so book your spot ahead to ensure availability.
Dress for weather
Comfortable shoes and layered clothing help you enjoy the outdoor walk and picnic.
Pets welcome on terrace
Dogs are allowed on the terrace but not in technical areas—plan accordingly.
Bring a camera
Capture vineyard views and the charming picnic setup—ideal for photography enthusiasts.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for navigating vineyard paths comfortably during the tour.
Sun hat
Protects you from sun exposure during outdoor tastings and picnic time.
summer
Light jacket or layer
Helpful for cooler mornings or unexpected weather changes.
spring
Camera or smartphone
Ideal for capturing estate views and memorable moments.