Chateau La France is a restored chateau located in Beychac-et-Caillau (33 Gironde, Nouvelle Aquitaine) in the middle of vineyards and is one of the largest estates in the Bordeaux region, boasting 90 hectares (222 acres) in a single block. Owned by the Mottet family who also own Château de Seguin.

The Chateau offers Bed and Breakfast (B&B) with free WiFi, some rooms with a sauna and a hot tub, and guests can request to visit the estate and its cellars. Each bedroom is uniquely decorated and has a terrace, a TV with satellite and cable channels, air conditioning and tea/coffee making facilities. They also come with a private bathroom including a shower, a hairdryer and bathrobes. You can enjoy garden view from the bedrooms. Rooms sleep up to 5 people in double and twin rooms and a suite.

The Wines

The wines are classified AOC Bordeaux Supérieur rouge (red) and  AOC Bordeaux Blanc Sec (dry white). The reds are made with 86% Merlot 12% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Malbec and Cabernet Franc.

Traditional methods are combined with the most up-to-date techniques both in the vineyard and in the cellars, in order to express the very best of the “terroir”.

Château La France is certified “High Environmental Value”, the national farm certification which promotes particulary eco-friendly practices in agriculture.

for more info and to check availability at this Bordeaux B&B see Chateau La France

OR see alternative vineyard accommodation at Château de Seguin.

Airport: Bordeaux Mérignac BOD 22 miles / 35km

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