Château Troplong Mondot

Château Troplong Mondot is a Premier Grand Cru Classé B estate in Saint-Émilion with 43 hectares of limestone-rich vineyards. Its plantings are anchored by Merlot (around 85%), complemented by Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. The flagship wine is the Grand Vin, while Mondot serves as the second wine, offering a more approachable view of the estate’s terroir.

Farming combines traditional and sustainable methods, including horse-drawn plowing to protect soils and the preservation of hedges and woodlands to support biodiversity. In the cellar, grapes are vinified parcel by parcel and matured in French oak, shaping structured, age-worthy reds that express Troplong Mondot’s site.

Château Troplong Mondot's popularity stems from a blend of historical prestige, exceptional winemaking, and modern hospitality.

• Critic endorsements — Praise from figures like Robert Parker has bolstered its reputation globally.
• Michelin-starred dining — The on-site restaurant, Les Belles Perdrix, and various hospitality options enhance its allure.

• Who currently owns Château Troplong Mondot?

  SCOR Group (a French reinsurance company) acquired the estate in 2017. It was managed by the Valette family from 1936.

• Where is Château Troplong Mondot located?

  In Saint-Émilion on Bordeaux's Right Bank, France, set on the appellation’s highest hill.

• What is its classification status?

  Premier Grand Cru Classé “B” in the Saint-Émilion classification, a status most recently reconfirmed in 2022.

• How large are the vineyards and what is the terroir?

  43 hectares, largely on a limestone plateau with limestone-rich soils that contribute freshness and structure.

• What grapes are planted and in what proportions?

  Approximately 85% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 2% Cabernet Franc.

• How much wine is produced and what are the cuvées?

  About 10,000 cases of the Grand Vin are produced annually. The estate also makes Mondot, its second wine, crafted to be approachable and expressive of the terroir.

• Can you visit Château Troplong Mondot?

  Yes. The estate offers tours and tastings, as well as dining at its Michelin-starred restaurant, Les Belles Perdrix, alongside broader wine-tourism hospitality.

• When was the estate founded and when was the château built?

  The vineyard was established in 1700, and the château was completed in 1745.