Château Marquis de Terme
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Margaux 4th Growth with organic certification since 2017 — 26-parcel precision viticulture producing wines of remarkable depth and longevity
About Château Marquis de Terme
- Wines listed
- 3
- Main grapes
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot
Château Marquis de Terme is a 4th Growth classified estate in the Margaux appellation, with origins dating to December 16, 1762, when François de Péguilhan, Marquis de Terme, received the land as a dowry on the occasion of his marriage. Since 1935 the property has been owned by the Sénéclauze family, who have driven a steady renaissance. The 45-hectare estate sits on deep gravel soils in the heart of Margaux, planted to 59% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, and 5% Petit Verdot across 26 individual parcels. From the 2013 vintage the château transitioned to 100% organic viticulture and achieved full organic certification in 2017. Grapes are harvested entirely by hand, sorted twice (in vineyard and on table), and fermented by parcel in temperature-controlled concrete vats before ageing in French oak for 16 to 18 months.
Who Is This For?
Collectors and Bordeaux enthusiasts seeking a classified Margaux with genuine terroir expression, organic credentials, and outstanding ageing potential at a price well below the First Growths
Wines of Château Marquis de Terme
Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Château Marquis de Terme founded?
- The estate dates to 1762, when François de Péguilhan, Marquis de Terme, received the land as a marriage dowry. The wine has carried the Marquis de Terme name ever since.
- Who owns Château Marquis de Terme today?
- The Sénéclauze family has owned the property since 1935, acquiring it when the previous owners were ruined by the Great Depression. The family has overseen a steady quality renaissance.
- Is Château Marquis de Terme certified organic?
- Yes. The château began experimenting with organic farming on a small parcel in 2013 and obtained full organic certification for the entire estate in 2017. All products used are approved for organic farming and biocontrol.
- What wines does Château Marquis de Terme produce?
- The estate produces three wines: the Grand Vin (Château Marquis de Terme), a second wine (La Couronne de Marquis de Terme), and a special cuvée (Cuvée 1762) named after the founding year.
- How does the limestone subsoil affect Marquis de Terme wines?
- The limestone in the subsoil brings a saline freshness that distinguishes Marquis de Terme within Margaux. The gravel on the surface concentrates aromas, while the clay at depth extracts noble mineral notes — the three soil layers work in concert to give the wine its characteristic depth and longevity.