Château Fonplégade
Saint-Émilion
Winery in Saint-Émilion, France
Book with PearlWhy go
Prioritise Château Fonplégade if the goal is a quiet, appointment-only Saint-Émilion tasting with Grand Cru Classé credibility and serious vineyard context. It is better for couples, small groups, and special occasions than for casual drop-ins, with a Merlot-led flagship wine, biodynamic and organic farming, and a refined château setting.
About Château Fonplégade
Château Fonplégade is a Saint-Émilion venue with $$$ pricing and a smart casual dress code. Treat it as a premium Saint-Émilion stop.
The clearest recognition currently for Château Fonplégade is Falstaff 3 Stars (2026).
For visitors comparing Château Fonplégade with other options in Saint-Émilion, the grounded signals are direct: the venue is in Saint-Émilion, sits in the $$$ price tier, has a smart casual dress code, and has Falstaff 3 Stars (2026) recognition.
The visit is best planned around confirmed essentials
Smart casual dress is the dress code, which gives the practical tone: polished but not formal. The $$$ price tier also means guests should expect a premium spend compared with more casual Saint-Émilion options.
The Falstaff 3 Stars (2026) recognition is a useful external signal, but it should not be stretched into claims about the exact experience.
How to build the rest of the Saint-Émilion day
Use Château Fonplégade as one premium Saint-Émilion anchor.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 9 AM–6 PM · Tuesday: 9 AM–6 PM
- Location
- 1 Fonplegade, 33330 Saint-Émilion, France
- Website
- fonplegade.com
- Phone
- +33 5 57 74 43 11
Venue details
Ambiance
Elegant, picturesque, and welcoming, with a reputation for a biodiverse, warm hospitality experience.
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At the Vineyard
- Appellation
- Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
- Varietals
- Merlot, Cabernet Franc
- Tour Duration
- 60-90 minutes
- Visits
- By appointment only
- Farming
- Organic
- Production
- Small producer
- Wine Styles
- Still Red
- Founded
- 2012
- Wine Club
- Not available
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Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1 Fonplegade, 33330 Saint-Émilion, France
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 9 AM–6 PM
- Tuesday
- 9 AM–6 PM
- Wednesday
- 9 AM–6 PM
- Thursday
- 9 AM–6 PM
- Friday
- 9 AM–6 PM
- Saturday
- 9 AM–6 PM
- Sunday
- 9 AM–6 PM
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price level at Château Fonplégade?
The price level for Château Fonplégade is $$$.
Does Château Fonplégade have confirmed recognition?
Yes. The recognition available here is Falstaff 3 Stars (2026).
Is Château Fonplégade worth considering in Saint-Émilion?
Château Fonplégade is worth considering if you are looking for a premium Saint-Émilion venue with $$$ pricing, smart casual dress, and Falstaff 3 Stars (2026) recognition.
