Château Larrivet Haut-Brion is an estate destination wedding venue in Léognan, France, hosting 50 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (BOD), 35-45 minutes. Best months: April, July, August, November.
Château Larrivet Haut-Brion
Château Larrivet Haut-Brion commands sweeping views across the Graves vineyard region, with manicured gardens descending toward rolling hills and mature oak groves.
About Château Larrivet Haut-Brion
Château Larrivet Haut-Brion commands sweeping views across the Graves vineyard region, with manicured gardens descending toward rolling hills and mature oak groves.
The 18th-century estate rises from 33 hectares of classified terroir in Léognan, presenting stone façades and classical architecture against a backdrop of vines and forest.
Ceremonies unfold on grounds where wine production and hospitality have coexisted for over three centuries.
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Lovely wine, excellent and friendly staff, and very inexpensive for how nice it is.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- BOD, 45 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 18th-century château on 33 hectares of classified Graves vineyard
- Historic winery producing 150,000 bottles annually
- Stone chapel on-site available for civil ceremonies
- Accommodates up to 150 guests in reception hall with vineyard views
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 14:00Guest arrival; optional cellar tour and tasting for wedding party
- 19:00Rehearsal dinner at château or partner restaurant in Léognan
- 11:00Hair and makeup at guest accommodations or château suite
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- BOD · about 45 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport.
- Typical total
- €6,500-12,000Aisle estimate
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€6,500-12,000 for 50 guests; €15,000-28,000 for 120 guests
- Ceremony fee
- €800-1,200Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €85-140 a headAisle estimate
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€85-140 (catering, service, estate fee)
- Room rate
- €80-200 a nightAisle estimate
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Not on-site; nearby hotels €80-200/night in Léognan and Bordeaux
- Weather window
- July – August
The months the weather is kindest, with April and November mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 05 56 64 99 87
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing excludes wine packages, floral design, and photography. Estate requires 50-person minimum. Ceremony and reception combinations offer modest discounts.
Questions about the venue
Can we hold both ceremony and reception at the château?+
Yes. The on-site chapel accommodates ceremonies, while the reception hall overlooks the vineyards. Most couples use château grounds for cocktails between events.
Is the estate available year-round?+
The château operates as a working winery and hospitality venue. Availability peaks April through October. Winter dates require advance coordination with management.
What catering options exist?+
The château partners with regional Bordeaux caterers. Wine pairings feature estate vintages. Custom menus accommodate dietary requirements with advance notice.
How far is Château Larrivet from Bordeaux city?+
The estate sits 20 kilometers south of Bordeaux center, approximately 25 minutes by car via the N250.
Can guests tour the wine production facilities?+
Yes. Pre-wedding group tastings and cellar tours are available. These typically run 90 minutes and can be scheduled for rehearsal days.
Could this be your venue?
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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.