Château Dauzac
Built in 1740, Château Dauzac is one of Bordeaux's most storied wine estates, its neoclassical architecture restored to highlight original 18th-century elegance.
Château Dauzac is a hotel destination wedding venue in Labarde, France, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (BOD), 45 minutes. Best months: April, June, July, August.
About Château Dauzac
Built in 1740, Château Dauzac is one of Bordeaux's most storied wine estates, its neoclassical architecture restored to highlight original 18th-century elegance.
Originally constructed as a grand residential manor for the region's wine-producing aristocracy, the château has been meticulously preserved while adapting to modern hospitality.
Today, it functions as a luxury hotel and events venue, maintaining its historic character across 32 hectares of Médoc vineyards.
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Beautiful winery, and a lot of education! I am glad this was our first winery stop in Bordeaux.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- BOD, 45 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 18th-century château built in 1740 with neoclassical architecture and period restoration
- 32 hectares of working Bordeaux vineyards surrounding the property
- On-site wine production with château vineyard tours available
- Hotel accommodations within the historic château for multi-day celebrations
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 6:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; vineyard welcome reception with château wines
- 10:30 AMGuided vineyard tour for interested guests
- 3:00 PMCeremony in garden or vineyard-facing terrace
- 4:30 PMCocktail reception with wine service on château grounds
- 7:00 PMDinner reception in château hall with cellar tour finish
- 10:00 AMOptional farewell breakfast before guest departure
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- BOD · about 45 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport.
- Typical total
- €15,000–45,000Aisle estimate
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€15,000–€45,000 for 50–100 guests (2-day event with accommodation)
- Ceremony fee
- €2,500–4,000Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €180–280 a headAisle estimate
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€180–€280 (all-inclusive catering and service)
- Room rate
- €250–500 a nightAisle estimate
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€250–€500 per room
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with April mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 05 57 88 98 51
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Wine pairings and cellar tours add €30–€60 per person. Château wine package can reduce external catering costs.
Questions about the venue
Can we tour the vineyards and wine cellars?+
Yes. Château Dauzac offers guided vineyard tours and cellar visits as part of wedding packages, allowing guests to experience the 32-hectare estate and its production process.
What's included in on-site accommodation?+
The château operates as a hotel with rooms available for overnight guests. Packages can include lodging for wedding parties and out-of-town attendees within the historic building itself.
Are there outdoor ceremony spaces?+
The grounds feature multiple outdoor locations, including vineyard-facing areas and garden spaces suitable for ceremonies with views across the Médoc landscape.
Can we serve château wines at our reception?+
Yes. Wedding menus can feature the château's own wines exclusively or paired with selections from the broader Bordeaux region.
What is the guest capacity?+
The venue accommodates between 20 and 150 guests depending on ceremony and reception configuration across indoor and outdoor spaces.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.