Château Mouton Rothschild
Pauillac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, 33250
Château Mouton Rothschild wine needs little introduction. This esteemed and expensive Bordeaux tops the list of the world’s most coveted reds, so an outing to this Rothschild estate is similarly exclusive. Appointment-only visits showcase the château, vat room, and cellars, along with the on-site Museum of Wine in Art, where some of the Rothschild’s private art collection awaits.
The basics
The equivalent of a Michelin-star dinner for wine connoisseurs, a Château Mouton Rothschild wine tour is an in-depth affair that lasts around 2 hours, including a winery tour, a visit to the art museum, and a tasting.
The tours aren’t cheap and must be booked well in advance. As such, the winery doesn’t feature on Bordeaux region tour itineraries. However, if you opt for a private tour of the wine region, you could always ask to include a drive-by stop for a glimpse of the prestigious château from the outside.
Things to know before you go
This is not a winery for a spontaneous visit; tours must be booked directly with the estate, at least 2 months in advance.
Plan to stay at least 2.5 hours to cover the 2-hour tour, and possible wine purchases.
The winery has no restaurant or dining facilities, but there are many eateries in Pauillac.
How to get there
Château Mouton Rothschild is found on rue Paul Doumer in Pauillac, Aquitaine. It’s not easy to reach by public transit, but there’s plenty of on-site parking if you’re driving. From the nearby city of Bordeaux, the trip takes around 1 hour, following the D1215 and D206 highways.
When to get there
The wine estate is open through the year for prebooked tours between Monday and Friday, and is closed on all public holidays. Tours need to be booked directly with Château Mouton Rothschild a minimum of 2 months in advance.
Nearby wine estates
If you want to see or visit other wine estates in the Bordeaux Médoc region, you’re in the right place in Pauillac. Other châteaux in the area include Pichon Baron, Pontet-Canet, and Lynch-Bages, and all offer tours and tastings to the general public. Or, Château Lafite is another of the Rothschild family’s wine estates, a few minutes away by car.
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