Following their annual winter closure, Chateau Cordeillan-Bages, Pauillac, France has re-opened its doors on ready to welcome guests once again.  During this period there has been a lot of activity in preparation for the busy 2016 season ahead. 

2016 News

Renovations – the first phase of a three-year plan to transform the bedrooms has started; April will see delivery of the first seven beautifully refurbished rooms and the new “Premium” category of accommodation.  Room rates for this new category will start at €329  

Michelin Guide 2016 – under the guidance of Meilleur Ouvrier de France, Bordeaux's most exciting chef, Jean-Luc Rocha, has retained the restaurant's two Michelin stars.  Chateau Cordeillan-Bages was first awarded two stars in 1999 and chef Rocha has successfully maintained their world gourmet status since 2010.  

Global Best of Wine Tourism 2016 – Lynch Bages & Cie has been voted  'Global Best of Wine Tourism 2016' for France, by the International Network of Great Wine Capitals.  Great Wine Capitals is a network of eight major wine regions in the northern and southern hemispheres.  Lynch Bages & Cie has been bestowed this prestigious award for the outstanding experience provided to their guests. 

VisitFrenchWine.com – is the new portal dedicated to wine tourism in France.  Launched and created by Atout France, Chateau Lynch-Bages and Cordeillan-Bages are among the 15 founding members alongside a roll call of other prestigious brand partners. 

Art and Wine Tours – for the second year running Chateau Cordeillan-Bages have partnered with the Bordeaux tourism to become part of their weekly Art and Wine tours that take place from 19th May until mid-October. 

New 2016 Packages

Jump the Estuary - experience the difference between the left and the right banks of Bordeaux with two of the region's most prestigious vineyards, Chateau Lynch-Bages, Classified Growth, Pauillac and Chateau Pavie, 1er Classified Growth of Saint-Emilion.  These two family operated wineries have teamed up together with their respective hotels – the Chateau Cordeillan-Bages with its 2* restaurant and L'Hostellerie de Plaisance with its 1* restaurant - to offer guests the opportunity to experience the very clear differences in wine and cuisine.  Rates start at €629 per two night stay at each property and are valid until 12th November 2016.  

Fine well-being in Pauillac – dedicated for the the health conscious guests, Chateau Cordeillan-Bages have designed a special overnight package designed to rejuvenate, a welcome infusion of vitamins on arrival, 2 hrs classic bike rental to meander through the vineyards, a three course gluten free dinner and a healthy breakfast the following morning.  Prices start at €269 per person based on two people sharing.  Valid until 12th November 2016

Deluxe Wine & Food Experience – A chance to luxuriate in the very best hospitality Chateau Cordeillan-Bages has to offer. Spend two nights in a double superior room, with buffet breakfast included, and enjoy a special VIP reception before dinner at Cordeillan-Bages' 2* restaurant (inc. wine, mineral water and coffee). Go on a kitchen restaurant discovery and a tour of Château Lynch-Bages' winery, followed by an introductory course to wine tasting at Cercle Lynch-Bages. There is also a choice of lunch or dinner at the Café Lavinal bistro, in the atmospheric village of Bages. Rates start at €1469, based on double occupancy, available until  12th November.

About Us

Château Cordeillan-Bages

Situated in Pauillac, France, approx. one hour from Bordeaux city centre and a mere 30 min from the Atlantic coast, Château Cordeillan-Bages is a boutique hotel and part of Lynch-Bages & Cie. It has been a member of Relais & Châteaux since 1992. The restaurant boasts one of the largest wine lists in the region (1,500 references), two Michelin stars, four Gault & Millau hats and is Grandes Tables du Monde. www.cordeillanbages.com

Lynch-Bages & Cie

Since the late 1980s, at Lynch-Bages, Pauillac Classified Growth, Jean-Michel Cazes has been considered a pioneer in wine tourism. Over the years, the Cazes family has developed a number of experiences dedicated to wine, history, culture, gastronomy and 'art de vivre'. Established in 2010, Lynch-Bages & Cie manages: Château Cordeillan-Bages, Café Lavinal, Château Ormes de Pez B&B, and the curated shops in the village of Bages. It also offers bespoke visits of Lynch-Bages and its historic vat and art exhibits, and organises personal encounters with the artisans on the estate during tasting courses or cookery demonstrations. VINIV offers wine lovers the opportunity to live a complete Bordeaux winemaking experience under the guidance of awarded oenologists by blending their own Bordeaux wine from grapes picked among the best appellations of the region. Helicopter landings, horse & carriage rides, classic car tours, picnics in the vineyard, bike rentals and private hire for events complete a unique experience in the Bordeaux region. Lynch-Bages & Cie is the proud recipient of the Global Best of Wine Tourism 2016 award for France. www.jmcazes.com / www.lynchbagescie.com