Château Robin (Castillon)
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A Thienpont family revival: ancient terroir on Castillon's highest ridge, relaunched with the same precision that built Le Pin's legend.
Château Robin (Castillon) is a revived historic estate in the commune of Belvès-de-Castillon, Castillon-Côtes de Bordeaux, with over 200 years of history. In 2018 the abandoned Cru Robin was acquired by brothers Jan and Florian Thienpont — together with their cousin Thomas Heymans — members of the prestigious Belgian wine dynasty that also owns Le Pin in Pomerol and Vieux Château Certan. Since their arrival, Jan and Florian have restructured the 13-hectare vineyard using an ecological approach that respects biodiversity. The vineyard occupies one of the highest points of Belvès-de-Castillon, with seven southeast-facing parcels arranged in an amphitheater on exceptional argilo-calcareous soils with flint and iron deposits. The blend is approximately 80% Merlot complemented by Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Grapes are hand-harvested, double-sorted, and fermented in temperature-controlled concrete vats with three daily pump-overs; ageing is done 100% in oak barrels renewed by one-third annually. The debut vintage was 2018, and the 2019 received particular praise for its complex fruit, impeccable balance, and gourmand roundness. Note: this producer is distinct from Château Robin in Margaux.
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Who Is This For?
For Bordeaux enthusiasts who appreciate discovering rising-star estates with prestigious pedigree — especially fans of Pomerol and the Right Bank who want the next great discovery at an accessible price.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who owns Château Robin (Castillon) and what is their background?
- Château Robin (Castillon) is owned by Jan and Florian Thienpont, brothers from the prestigious Belgian Thienpont wine dynasty, together with their cousin Thomas Heymans. The Thienpont family also owns Le Pin in Pomerol and Vieux Château Certan — two of Bordeaux's most celebrated estates.
- Is this the same Château Robin as the one in Margaux?
- No. Château Robin (Castillon) is a completely separate producer located in Belvès-de-Castillon, Castillon-Côtes de Bordeaux. The '(Castillon)' designation in the name explicitly distinguishes it from the Château Robin found in the Margaux appellation.
- What makes the terroir of Château Robin (Castillon) special?
- The 13-hectare vineyard sits at one of the highest points in Belvès-de-Castillon, with seven southeast-facing parcels arranged in an amphitheater formation on argilo-calcareous soils rich in flint and iron deposits — a unique combination that contributes depth, minerality, and freshness to the wines.
- What grape varieties and winemaking approach does the estate use?
- The blend is approximately 80% Merlot with Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The estate practices ecological agriculture, hand-harvests and double-sorts all grapes, ferments in temperature-controlled concrete vats, and ages 100% in oak barrels renewed by one-third each year.
- When was Château Robin (Castillon) revived and what is the first vintage?
- Jan and Florian Thienpont acquired the abandoned estate in 2018, and their debut vintage was 2018 — produced in tiny quantities. The 2019 vintage marked the first widely available release, receiving high praise for its complexity, balance, and immediate appeal.