A 13th-century French wine estate

Perched on a dramatic hilltop overlooking the Lot Valley and its sweeping vineyards, Château de Mercuès offers a truly magical, authentic French castle experience in Cahors, the historic birthplace of Malbec wine. Recently awarded the prestigious Michelin Key designation, this 13th-century Relais & Châteaux property flawlessly balances majestic medieval history with refined modern luxury. Complete with fairy-tale turrets and towers, the estate is an idyllic, serene escape renowned for its stunning views, world-class dining and viticulture, and exceptionally personal service.

The Accommodation: You will step into a world of lavish traditional elegance with a stay in an individually furnished Prestige Junior Suite. Marrying rich historical character with generous space, these luxury suites feature opulent decor, exceptionally comfortable beds, and beautiful views of the surrounding estate and countryside.

The Gastronomy: Culinary excellence is at the absolute heart of the Château. The experience includes a memorable 6-course private dinner at the Chef’s table, located directly within the kitchen of Le Duèze, the estate's renowned Michelin-starred restaurant. To complement each flavour profile, the dinner is paired with six exceptional, hand-selected local and estate wines, taking you on a journey through the finest expressions of the historic Cahors terroir and the estate's own celebrated Malbec cellars.

Your Experience Includes:

• 5-night stay for two guests in a Prestige Junior Suite.
• Daily gourmet breakfast served at the highest level.
• The 6-course private dinner for two at the Chef’s table within the Michelin-starred restaurant, Le Duèze, with an expert 6-wine pairing.
• A tour of the Château’s exceptional underground wine cellar, followed by a complimentary tasting of three of their estate-bottled Cahors Malbec wines.
• Full access to the estate grounds, tennis courts, and the panoramic outdoor swimming pool.
• Concierge service from auction close to travel end
• Extensions and upgrades may be arranged after purchase, subject to availability and additional cost.

Terms & Logistics:

• Availability: Chateau is closed from December-mid January and again closed in March.

Supplement for stays from Mid Jan-end Feb due to truffle season and truffle based dining menu. Stays can be extended to 7 nights upon request at a preferred rate, subject to availability at the time of booking.

• Travel: International flights and ground transfers are not included.
• Arrival: The Château is located approximately 10km from Cahors Train Station. Conveniently accessed via flights into Toulouse, Bordeaux, or Brive airports, or via the direct train from Paris to Cahors.