ProducerSaint-Émilion
Château La Dominique
シャトー・ラ・ドミニク
A modern architectural gem crafting silky, rich Saint-Émilion.
Château La Dominique is a prestigious Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé estate bordering Pomerol. Spanning 29 hectares next to Château Cheval Blanc, it has been owned by the Fayat family since 1969. In 2014, a striking red winery designed by Jean Nouvel was completed. Under Michel Rolland's guidance, the Merlot-dominant wines offer a rich, fleshy texture, silky tannins, and great aging potential.
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Who Is This For?
Perfect for wine enthusiasts who appreciate both cutting-edge modern architecture and rich, velvety Right Bank Bordeaux with excellent aging potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What classification does Château La Dominique hold?
- Château La Dominique is classified as a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé (GCC), one of the top estates in the prestigious Saint-Émilion classification.
- Who designed the iconic red winery building?
- The contemporary winery was designed by the world-renowned, Pritzker Prize-winning French architect Jean Nouvel and completed in 2014.
- Does the estate have a restaurant open to the public?
- Yes, the estate features a panoramic rooftop restaurant called 'La Terrasse Rouge' which offers regional cuisine and stunning views over the surrounding vineyards.
- What are the key characteristics of the terroir at Château La Dominique?
- The terroir consists of a unique blend of clay, gravel, and sand-clay soils, situated on a gentle slope directly adjacent to Château Cheval Blanc and Pomerol's top estates.