Discover the art of winemaking at Château Couhins in Graves. Join a guided tour through lush vineyards and historic cellars, culminating in tastings of exceptional wines.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most visitors; no special fitness required
Wildlife
History
Château Couhins has been producing wine since the 19th century and became part of the Bordeaux AOC in 1936, cementing its reputation.
Conservation
The estate actively adopts sustainable practices, conserving soil health and reducing chemical use to protect the environment.
Château Couhins
Discover the art of winemaking at Château Couhins in Graves. Join a guided tour through lush vineyards and historic cellars, culminating in tastings of exceptional wines.
Château Couhins, located in Villenave-d'Ornon in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, is a winery offering guided visits and tastings that highlight the estate's wines and sustainable practices. The property presents a range of experiences designed for visitors who want to learn about terroir, viticulture and winemaking while tasting notable cuvées such as Dame de Couhins and Château Couhins.
Visits include introductory tastings of four wines, dedicated white-wine sessions focused on Sauvignon Blanc and visits that explore the estate's history, terroir and cellar. Several tours emphasize agroecology and biodiversity, with guided walks through the vineyard and explanations of eco-friendly winemaking methods in the chai and cuverie. One program pairs a half-day organic hike with Château Bardins, including a gourmet picnic with local cheeses and charcuterie paired with organic wine or fruit juice.
Château Couhins offers a specific Cru Classé de Graves tasting that presents multiple vintages and sustainable viticulture practices. Tastings and visits range from short discovery formats to longer thematic tours that include cellar and aging-room visits and comparative tastings of different vintages. All visitor information and tour formats are presented in the tour descriptions. Château Couhins combines wine education, terroir exploration and sustainable practices to provide visitors with structured tasting experiences and vineyard walks. The estate's emphasis on agroecology, white wine expertise and its status as a Cru Classé de Graves make it a recognized destination for people seeking guided wine experiences in Villenave-d'Ornon. Visit descriptions outline tasting formats, cellar access, included cuvées, and the vineyard themes explored on each route during visits.
Location
Villenave-d'Ornon
Nouvelle-Aquitaine wine region
Status
Cru Classé de Graves
Classed growth from Graves
Tours Offered
6 tours
Guided tastings and vineyard walks
Agroecology
Agroecology & BIO
Walks and organic experiences
Select a guided tasting, white-wine visit or agroecology walk and experience Dame de Couhins and Cru Classé de Graves vintages.
Arrive early for the tour
Arriving at least 15 minutes before your scheduled visit ensures a relaxed start and a more immersive experience.
Bring your own glass for tasting
Carrying a personal wine glass enhances your tasting and helps reduce waste.
Wear comfortable shoes
The tour involves walking through vineyards and cellar areas—wear sturdy shoes for comfort.
Ask about sustainable practices
Take advantage of the opportunity to inquire about the estate's eco-friendly winemaking methods.
Comfortable walking shoes
Useful for walking through vineyards and cellar tours.
Notebook and pen
Perfect for jotting down tasting notes or winery insights.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Protect yourself during outdoor vineyard walks in sunny weather.
summer
Reusable wine glass
Enhances tasting experience and reduces waste.