Hotel

Château Dauzac

33460 Labarde, France, France20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (BOD), 45 minutes

Built in 1740, Château Dauzac stands as 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.

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
4.7/5 Google rating with consistent guest reviews for venue elegance and service

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationFrance

Nearest airportBOD

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Plan your wedding at Château Dauzac

Getting there

Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (BOD)

45 minutes to venue

Private car transfer

From €80 per person (estimated)

45 minutes · Château arranges transfers from Bordeaux airport

Rental car

From €45/day (car rental estimated)

45 minutes from airport · Drive via N250 toward Pauillac; château is located in Labarde wine region

Train to Bordeaux + car

Train €30–150; transfer €60–100

Approximately 2 hours total · TGV service to Bordeaux, then drive 1 hour to Labarde

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€2,500–€4,000

Reception (per guest)

€180–€280 (all-inclusive catering and service)

Accommodation (per night)

€250–€500 per room

Estimated total

€15,000–€45,000 for 50–100 guests (2-day event with accommodation)

Pricing varies by season (high season May–October typically 15–20% premium). Wine pairings and cellar tours add €30–€60 per person. Château wine package can reduce external catering costs.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday evening

6:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; vineyard welcome reception with château wines

Saturday

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

Sunday

10:00 AMOptional farewell breakfast before guest departure

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

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.