LA MAISON D’ESTOURNEL
“A white Italian villa, calm and soothing, half lost amid the shade of the saplings surrounding it! Terraces, colonnades, English gardens, meadows, orchards, huge gardens…” Thus ran the description of the residence of the founder of Cos d’Estournel in the mid-19th century, exactly as he had dreamed it would be. A century and a half later, the young saplings of the magnificent grounds have grown into venerable trees, yet the spirit has remained the same.
Michel Reybier, careful to perpetuate Louis-Gaspard d’Estournel’s values and ambitions, has honored him by finally bringing together the Cos d’Estournel estate and the private residence of the “Maharadjah de Saint-Estèphe”, just a few hundred meters away.
Savor a relaxed moment in front of the fireplace or in the park, enjoy a glass of Cos d’Estournel at the bar of the open kitchen, discover the seasonal delights prepared by our chef or take part in preparing a meal at his side should you so desire.
For a weekend or a short break, La Maison d’Estournel welcomes city dwellers looking to unplug – whether as a couple, with family or friends.
For an unforgettable stay at La Maison d’Estournel, please contact Anaïs Crespo at +33 5 56 73 21 19 or at private-member@estournel.com.
Powerfully inspired by the bucolic environment, designer Alex Michaelis has chosen noble and natural materials, in tune with the country home atmosphere desired by Michel Reybier. Spread over two floors built around an elegant stone and iron staircase, the 14 rooms and suites are divided into four categories. The entire residence features vintage-style solid oak floors and natural materials such as raw linen or velvet, punctuated by discreet references to the world of the vine.
Here, time suddenly seems to slow down, giving way to a forgotten rhythm within a deliciously calm, unspoilt place. An opportunity to indulge in a real urban detox, to renew a healthy and authentic lifestyle, far from any artifice and keeping up appearances.
World famous for its wines, Bordeaux is also not to be outdone when it comes to food. In the heart of the southwest, the region is part of the Gascony region, a land inhabited by people who love the good things in life, and rich in excellent products, from the tradition of foie gras to the gathering of mushrooms and truffles, from strawberries to Sables des Landes asparagus… The chef of the hotel’s restaurant pays tribute to the treasures of this generous terroir with local seasonal cuisine, modernized with a view to maximizing lightness and simplicity. Thanks to the open kitchen concept, guests can sit around the counter and enjoy a glass of wine or have a front-row seat witnessing and even participating in meal preparation with the chef.
It is more than tempting to indulge in the sweetness of life of the Médoc, enjoying the pleasure of doing virtually nothing, eyes lost in the blue sky or fascinated by the flames of the fireplace. However, even a long weekend would not be enough to exhaust the region’s resources…
Discover the wonders of the vegetable garden and chat with the gardener about tomatoes and zucchini… Laze in the sun on the terrace before getting lost in the grounds, where the giant redwood and cedars have seen more than one game of hide and seek… Between bike rides and golf, picnics in the vineyards and fishing, immersing yourself in the rich and wild terroir of the Médoc region is tinged with a sense of cheerful nostalgia.
