Château des Moines

CHATEAU DES MOINES

Château des Moines, located in the Lalande Pomerol appellation, distinguishes itself by creating wines of great finesse and remarkable harmony. Each bottle bears witness to the exceptional expertise of our estate, where passion for viticulture blends with age-old tradition.

Our wines, crafted with care and precision, offer a refined taste experiencethat will win over the most demanding connoisseurs. The constant search for the perfect balance between selected grape varieties and state-of-the-art winemaking techniques gives our products their distinctive personality.

Discover the timeless elegance of Château des Moines, a must for connoisseurs in search of an exceptional tasting experience in the heart of the Lalande Pomerol appellation.

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High Environmental Value

Since 2019, Château des Moines has officially obtained “High Environmental Value” level 3 certification for its products.

Through our various sustainable farming practices, we have achieved the highest level of certification, guaranteeing a respectful approach to viticulture, biodiversity and ecosystems.

In the vineyard, we favor cultivation techniques that minimize our environmental footprint, such as our phytosanitary strategy, while producing quality grapes.

From vine to bottle, every step of our winemaking process reflects our commitment to sustainability and environmental preservation.

Château des Moines is proud to be able to showcase its commitment to agriculture that promotes quality and biodiversity.

Our history

Maintaining its traditional practices, the estate deploys its know-how to offer you wines with rich bouquets, beautiful color and great ageing potential.

1940

William Darnajou’s father, Tonnellier, used the land for mixed farming. William and Léontine Darnajou took over the estate in the 1960s, ensuring continuity, with the estate divided between vineyards, vegetables and livestock.

1960

Henri Darnajou, William’s son, developed the winegrowing side of the business. The wine was mainly sold in bulk to wholesalers, but very quickly Henri Darnajou developed bottle sales, winning the loyalty of customers all over France.

1994

When his father died, Jean Darnajou, 4th generation, took over the family business at the age of 20, which he managed with the help of his mother Colette Darnajou. He carried on the family tradition, gradually modernizing techniques (thermoregulation, pneumatic press, etc.).

2004

Jean joined forces with his brother-in-law, Patrick Merle, to create the SCEA du Château des Moines, enabling the estate to expand commercially.

2019

Since 2019, Château des Moines has officially obtained “High Environmental Value” level 3 certification for its products.

2024

The estate is expanding this year with the acquisition of 5 hectares of vines in the Bordeaux appellation, to further develop our wine production.

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Château des Moines, with its rich history and carefully tended vineyards, fits harmoniously into this emblematic winegrowing landscape of the Bordeaux region.