Château Durfort-Vivens
Margaux
Winery in Margaux, France
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Why go
Château Durfort-Vivens is worth pursuing for wine-focused travelers building a serious Margaux itinerary, but it is not the easiest fit for a loose day of casual tastings. Book it for appellation depth and name value; cross-shop more flexible Margaux peers if convenience matters more than depth.
About Château Durfort-Vivens
For timing, Château Durfort-Vivens is open Monday to Thursday from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM and 2 to 5 PM, and Friday from 9:30 AM to 12 PM and 2 to 5 PM. It is closed Saturday and Sunday.
A Margaux stop for a focused itinerary
Compare it naturally with nearby Margaux names such as Château Lascombes, Chateau Malescot St. Exupery, Château Ferrière, Château Marquis-de-Terme, and Château Marquis-d'Alesme when deciding how to organize time in the area.
For a Margaux day, plan around the weekday hours. Use the Margaux wineries guide as the anchor, then layer in meals from the Margaux restaurants guide and other Margaux planning resources as needed.
Plan around essentials, not assumptions
Quick reference: prioritize it if a Margaux venue fits your itinerary; skip or delay it if your plans require specific services, weekend timing, or last-minute arrangements.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 9:30 AM–12:30 PM, 2–5 PM · Tuesday: 9:30 AM–12:30 PM, 2–5 PM
- Location
- 3 rue du Général de Gaulle, 33460 Margaux-Cantenac, France
- Website
- gclurton-estates.com/en/chateau-durfort-vivens
- Phone
- +33557883102
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Château Durfort-Vivens reads like an emblem of Margaux tradition: a classified 1855 Second Growth set amid gravel ridges, stone chai walls and wrought-iron gates. The copy foregrounds history and place, tracing three centuries of Bordelais landholding and stylistic conversation with neighbouring grand estates. That sense of lineage gives visits a studied, quietly grand rhythm: the estate feels rooted, serious about terroir and refinement rather than flash. For travelers who value provenance, architectural presence and the reassuring order of a château property, Durfort-Vivens projects a dignified, historic character.
Best For
This estate is best suited to wine-focused visits and milestone moments. Durfort-Vivens sits in the upper register of Margaux Second Growths and is linked to en primeur and cellar-release markets, appealing to collectors, students of claret and anyone treating a tasting as a learning moment. Its classified pedigree and measured approach suit special-occasion visits focused on place, vintage, and the glass.
Tasting Tips
Prioritize vintage context and release windows when pursuing Durfort-Vivens. If you’re collecting, focus on allocations at release or cellar-stock releases rather than relying on last-minute purchases; the estate’s classified standing rewards attention to timing and provenance.
Venue details
Ambiance
Refined and elegant historic château atmosphere with meticulous precision in winemaking.
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Vibe
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Experience
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At the Vineyard
- Appellation
- Margaux AOC
- Varietals
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
- Tour Duration
- 60-90 minutes
- Visits
- By appointment only
- Farming
- Biodynamic
- Wine Styles
- Still Red, Amphora
- Wine Club
- Not available
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 3 rue du Général de Gaulle, 33460 Margaux-Cantenac, France
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 9:30 AM–12:30 PM, 2–5 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:30 AM–12:30 PM, 2–5 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:30 AM–12:30 PM, 2–5 PM
- Thursday
- 9:30 AM–12:30 PM, 2–5 PM
- Friday
- 9:30 AM–12 PM, 2–5 PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Location
3 rue du Général de Gaulle, 33460 Margaux-Cantenac, France · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Château Marquis-d'Alesme, Notable alternative
- Château Ferrière, Notable alternative
- Chateau Malescot St. Exupery, Notable alternative
- Château Marquis-de-Terme, Notable alternative
- Château Lascombes, Notable alternative
Winery context
How it compares in Margaux
Choose Château Durfort-Vivens if the priority is a serious Margaux stop with more wine-context appeal than casual visitor convenience. Château Marquis-d'Alesme is the better cross-shop for travelers who want a more obviously polished château visit, while Château Ferrière is the smarter backup when flexibility matters.
Against Chateau Malescot St. Exupery and Château Marquis-de-Terme, Durfort-Vivens is the pick for visitors who already know they want Margaux depth rather than a broad hospitality experience. If the day has only one château slot and mixed levels of wine interest in the group, those peers may be easier to justify.
Château Lascombes is the more natural choice for travelers who want scale and a bigger-name stop in the itinerary. Durfort-Vivens makes more sense as a targeted booking for enthusiasts, especially when the rest of the day is already anchored in Margaux rather than spread across the Médoc.
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Compare Château Durfort-Vivens
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Château Durfort-Vivens | Margaux | 2026 Falstaff Winery Guide |
| Château Marquis-d’Alesme | Margaux | No published awards |
| Château Ferrière | Margaux | 2026 Falstaff Winery Guide |
| Chateau Malescot St. Exupery | Margaux | 2026 Michelin Grape Main Selection - Bordeaux2026 Falstaff Winery Guide |
| Château Marquis-de-Terme | Margaux | 2026 Falstaff Winery Guide |
| Château Lascombes | Margaux | 2026 Falstaff Winery Guide2026 Michelin Grape Main Selection - Bordeaux |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the opening hours at Château Durfort-Vivens?
Château Durfort-Vivens is open Monday to Thursday from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM and 2 to 5 PM, and Friday from 9:30 AM to 12 PM and 2 to 5 PM. It is closed Saturday and Sunday.
Where is Château Durfort-Vivens?
The estate is at 3 rue du Général de Gaulle, 33460 Margaux-Cantenac, France.
What tasting format does Château Durfort-Vivens offer?
It offers private tasting visits by appointment only.
